What causes a bad gauge cluster in a Chevy Silverado?
Individual gauge problems are almost universally caused by failing gauge motors. Each gauge is controlled by one gauge motor called a stepper motor. For example, an instrument cluster with 6 analog gauges will have 6 stepper motors.
Why is the tachometer on my Silverado not working?
Under the hood, I pulled the fuse panel cover and shroud then lifted up the fuse block. This is what I found… Looks like somebody had fun in there. That is the harness that feeds into the firewall to the cluster, and sure enough the white wire you mentioned was completely chewed through. Got them all repaired and viola, tachometer is now working.
How do you remove an instrument cluster on a Chevy Silverado?
GM instrument cluster removal is pretty straight forward on most GMs of this era. The basic process is to simply remove the plastic trim panels that surround the cluster, they typically pop off although some will have 1/4″ screws in various locations but all can be located by eye with a careful inspection.
Is the fuel gauge too high on my Suburban?
2004 Chevy Suburban (107,000 miles): My tach went out and the dealer installed a new instrument cluster. Since then the fuel gauge has been reading about a 1/4 tank too high.
Can a Chevy Suburban instrument cluster be rebuilt?
Our repair service is a complete rebuild of a Chevrolet Suburban instrument cluster on 2003, 2004, 2005, and 2006 models and also includes Avalanche, Tahoe, Silverado and other GM models. Both of our rebuild and exchange service options consist of:
Individual gauge problems are almost universally caused by failing gauge motors. Each gauge is controlled by one gauge motor called a stepper motor. For example, an instrument cluster with 6 analog gauges will have 6 stepper motors.
Why is my speedometer stuck on my GM Silverado?
This section will outline all the most common problems that have been identified. The most common instrument cluster problem seen on the 03-06 GMs is faulty analog gauges. This is usually the first gauge problem the vehicle owner sees and is experienced as a stuck, sticky or jumpy gauge needle.
Are there any problems with the GM instrument cluster?
Over the years several different problems have surfaced with these GM instrument clusters. This section will outline all the most common problems that have been identified. The most common instrument cluster problem seen on the 03-06 GMs is faulty analog gauges.