What should I do if my speedometer cable is not working?
At times the speedometer needle can bounce, fluctuate and jerk wildly, or there might be no reading at all. Repairing the speedometer cable can be a simple chore if you pay attention to a few repair tips and some troubleshooting advice. Put the vehicle in park and set the emergency brake.
How do you install a speedometer cable on a Harley?
Before you install the new cable; install a tie-wrap beneath the nut that secures your new cable to the speedo first. This is helpful to keep the nut from falling into the frame upon installation. Next run the cable through the frame. Thread it into the speedo drive. Secure the nut, on the top of the cable, to the speedo. Re install speedo head.
Where is the speedometer cable on a 1995 FXDWG?
I have a 1995 FXDWG and the Harley speedometer cable is making noise. Can you tell me how to change it? It is pretty easy to replace a speedo cable on your make/model m/c. Remove your dash. Look under your speedo head. You will be able to see where your cable screws onto your speedo.
How is the speedometer connected to the car?
Connected at both ends by two small gears (or slots), the speedometer cable rotates within the housing and tabulates the speed of the vehicle. At times the speedometer needle can bounce, fluctuate and jerk wildly, or there might be no reading at all.
What kind of cable does a speedometer need?
If the Cable and Casing is not correctly assembled it can damage the Speedometer and/or gears in the Transmission. Our replacement Speedometer Cable and Housings for OEM or Custom Application are made out of Coiled steel with a black vinyl covering.
How to repair a speedometer cable in Colorado?
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Where is the speedometer located on a car?
The speedometer cable translates the transmission gear speed through a cable housing and up to the speedometer gauge in the back of the instrument cluster. Connected at both ends by two small gears (or slots), the speedometer cable rotates within the housing and tabulates the speed of the vehicle.
What to do when your speedometer doesn’t work?
Start the engine and allow it to idle or press the accelerator pedal to bring the engine speed up a little. The speedometer gauge should now register a steady rpm that goes up and down with acceleration. Remove the jack stands and lower the vehicle to the ground. Test drive the vehicle to make sure the speedometer is working properly.