Why did my rev counter stop working when I fitted an ignition?
One the thing is that the Rev counter does not work. It was suggested by the previous owner that it stopped working when he fitted the electronic ignition. I’ve not heard of this before. I don’t know the brand of electronic ignition but it is the type that fits into the distributor. Any ideas if this is correct
Can a series 2 rev counter stop working?
There are a couple of types of rev counters fitted to series 2s, it depends on chassis suffix number and are not normally interchangeable. I think it was early suffix A cars that can suffer from rev counter flicking when in use. Not had any rev counter issues on later cars with same ignition systems that i have fitted. Clive.
How does rev counter work on a tachometer?
The number of sparks per second is then converted into the number of engine revolutions per minute or rpm. To get the most use from a tachometer, you should be able to keep an eye on it in the same way you would a speedo meter-that is, you should be able to see it out of the corner of your eye while you are driving.
How to fit a rev counter to a classic car?
So connect the illumination wire instead to the sidelamp / headlamp switch which has a separate panel light wire. Loosen the switch so that the terminals at the back are accessible and the wires visible. Loosen the light switch from the dashboard. Some switches just The wires to the switch are now exposed. In this case they are
Can you reset the odometer on an electric speedometer?
This electric speedometer utilizes a LCDto display odometer and trip odometer mileage. Momentarily pressing of the Trip/Reset button on the dial window toggles the odometer/trip odometer information displayed on the LCD. Pressing the button, while in trip mode, for more than two seconds will reset the trip odometer. The odometer cannot be reset.
How is an 8 and 5 speedometer calibrated?
Speedometers that include a 2 wire sender are pre-calibrated to 8 pulse/ revolution to match sender. See Speedo Senders below for available Auto Meter Senders.) The speedometer should be calibrated to ensure accurate operation after installation. General Information INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 33/8″ & 5″ ELECTRIC SPEEDOMETER 2650-1164-00 Rev. B
Why is my econometer not reading the speedometer?
However, if these two are working normally but your econometer is not (especially if it reads Minimum or Maximum, but nothing in between) then the fault usually lies in the interior circuitry; the econometer is not receiving a speed signal from the speedometer.
How does the check light work on a Motronic?
If a fault displayed on the check panel, then the CHECK light would flash to warn the driver of the fault. The CHECK light would stop flashing once the Check button was pressed on the check panel. It is sometimes possible to check Motronic faults using the CHECK light. Learn more about Motronic fault codes .