Why is my speedometer needle not moving?
If the speedometer is bouncing, jumping around, or not moving at all, it is important to get it fixed as soon as possible. The speed sensor on the passenger axle may need to be replaced, or the speedometer cable may be damaged or broken. If the needle is stuck, the fuse in the fuse box may be faulty.
What does it mean when the speedometer needle jumps?
While you are driving, if you notice the needle on the speedometer jumps erratically from one number to another, the speedometer cable is most likely damaged or the sensors on the driveshaft are not accurately sending the signal through the cable. If this occurs, the entire cable and housing needs to be replaced.
What happens if you have a bad speedometer needle?
The speedometer may need to be replaced. A bad speedometer needle may cost you much more than just the price for parts and labor. You may be charged with speeding if you are pulled over for going over or under the speed limit because it is not working correctly.
Why does my speedometer keep moving between speeds?
Bouncing or jerking of speedometer. In cases where the speedometer does not settle on any particular reading but keeps moving between speeds, it is almost always due to bad wiring, in case of a cable system, or a faulty speed sensor.
Is there a way to replace the speedometer cable?
Replacing the speedometer cable is one option, but there are two methods for lubricating the old cable that’s worth it to try first. For one method, they make a special speedometer cable lubricant that’s installed where the cable attaches to the speedometer head.
Why does my speedometer make a high pitched noise?
A high-pitched sound is generated by the metal core rubbing inside of the cable sheath. A speedometer head can also generate noise, which also spins along at the same speed. If you disconnect the cable from a speedometer head and it still makes noise, then you have just isolated the problem as the cable itself.