Town & Country gauge inaccuracy
For the past few months, every time I add gas after reaching empty (light on), I am having to add more. I am now reaching over 19 gallons while fueling just after the light on. So I am guessing my gauge is drifting
How can I check the gauge accuracy ? (electronic scanner ?) What is the most likely fault and part to replace ? Appreciated ! |
More important than your question is what's in your tank that shouldn't be there? You don't say what your vehicle is exactly, but I can tell you if water gets in diesel it goes straight to the bottom of the tank. This is so important some makers fit water traps in the fuel system.
You should check all this out immediate otherwise you could get a pintle blown off an injector due to high-pressure steam -- result? Lots of £££/$$$ out of your bank account. Leedsman. |
This instrument cluster test is US spec but would suspect it will work for you if you have anything older than a 2008.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - SELF-DIAGNOSTICS The instrument clusters are equipped with a self diagnostic test feature to help identify electronic problems. Prior to any test, perform the Self-Diagnostic Test. The self diagnostic system displays instrument cluster stored fault codes in the odometer display, sweeps the gauges to the calibration points, and bulb checks the warning indicators. When the key is in the ON position with the engine not running, the MIL will remain illuminated for regulatory purposes. To activate the Self-Diagnostic program: With the ignition switch in the OFF position, depress the TRIP ODOMETER RESET button. Continue to hold the TRIP ODOMETER RESET button until Sof and a number (software version number (i.e. Sof 3.2) appears in the odometer window then release the button. If a fault code is present, the cluster will display it in the odometer display. When all fault codes have been displayed, the cluster will display “end” in the odometer display. Refer to the INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DTC'S table to determine what each trouble code means. INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DTC'S DTC DESCRIPTION 100.0 LOOP-BACK FAILURE 100.1 ABS COMMUNICATION FAULT 100.2 BCM COMMUNICATION FAULT 100.3 EATX COMMUNICATION FAULT 100.4 FCM COMMUNICATION FAULT 100.5 ORC COMMUNICATION FAULT 100.6 SBEC/DEC/MCM COMMUNICATION FAULT 200.0 AIRBAG LED SHORT 200.1 AIRBAG LED OPEN 200.2 ABS LED SHORT 200.3 ABS LED OPEN 200.6 EL INVERTER TIME-OUT 200.7 EATX MISMATCH 400.0 EEPROM READ/WRITE FAILURE 400.1 IMPROPER POWER DOWN DETECTED CALIBRATION TEST The CLUSTER CALIBRATION table contains the proper calibration points for each gauge. If the gauge pointers are not calibrated, a problem exists in the cluster. If any gauge is out of calibration, replace the cluster. CLUSTER CALIBRATION SPEEDOMETER CALIBRATION POINT 1 0 MPH (0 KM/H) 2 20 MPH (40 KM/H) 3 60 MPH (100 KM/H) 4 100 MPH (160 KM/H) TACHOMETER 1 0 RPM 2 1000 RPM 3 3000 RPM 4 6000 RPM FUEL GAUGE 1 EMPTY 2 1/4 FILLED 3 1/2 FILLED 4 FULL TEMPERATURE GAUGE 1 COLD 2 1/4 3 3/4 4 HOT ODOMETER SEGMENT TEST If a segment in the odometer does not illuminate normally, a problem exists in the display. ELECTRONIC TRANSMISSION RANGE INDICATOR SEGMENT TEST If a segment in the transmission range indicator does not illuminate normally, a problem exists in the display. |
A Town & Country 2003
Originally Posted by Leedsman
(Post 83959)
More important than your question is what's in your tank that shouldn't be there? You don't say what your vehicle is exactly, but I can tell you if water gets in diesel it goes straight to the bottom of the tank. This is so important some makers fit water traps in the fuel system.
You should check all this out immediate otherwise you could get a pintle blown off an injector due to high-pressure steam -- result? Lots of £££/$$$ out of your bank account. Leedsman. Ok will consider the possibility of water though the possibility seems remote to me (we are talking of gallons ..) |
Thank you !
Originally Posted by Raptor 07
(Post 84013)
This instrument cluster test is US spec but would suspect it will work for you if you have anything older than a 2008.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - SELF-DIAGNOSTICS The instrument clusters are equipped with a self diagnostic test feature to help identify electronic problems. Prior to any test, perform the Self-Diagnostic Test. The self diagnostic system displays instrument cluster stored fault codes in the odometer display, sweeps the gauges to the calibration points, and bulb checks the warning indicators. When the key is in the ON position with the engine not running, the MIL will remain illuminated for regulatory purposes. To activate the Self-Diagnostic program: With the ignition switch in the OFF position, depress the TRIP ODOMETER RESET button. Continue to hold the TRIP ODOMETER RESET button until Sof and a number (software version number (i.e. Sof 3.2) appears in the odometer window then release the button. If a fault code is present, the cluster will display it in the odometer display. When all fault codes have been displayed, the cluster will display “end” in the odometer display. Refer to the INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DTC'S table to determine what each trouble code means. INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DTC'S DTC DESCRIPTION 100.0 LOOP-BACK FAILURE 100.1 ABS COMMUNICATION FAULT 100.2 BCM COMMUNICATION FAULT 100.3 EATX COMMUNICATION FAULT 100.4 FCM COMMUNICATION FAULT 100.5 ORC COMMUNICATION FAULT 100.6 SBEC/DEC/MCM COMMUNICATION FAULT 200.0 AIRBAG LED SHORT 200.1 AIRBAG LED OPEN 200.2 ABS LED SHORT 200.3 ABS LED OPEN 200.6 EL INVERTER TIME-OUT 200.7 EATX MISMATCH 400.0 EEPROM READ/WRITE FAILURE 400.1 IMPROPER POWER DOWN DETECTED CALIBRATION TEST The CLUSTER CALIBRATION table contains the proper calibration points for each gauge. If the gauge pointers are not calibrated, a problem exists in the cluster. If any gauge is out of calibration, replace the cluster. CLUSTER CALIBRATION SPEEDOMETER CALIBRATION POINT 1 0 MPH (0 KM/H) 2 20 MPH (40 KM/H) 3 60 MPH (100 KM/H) 4 100 MPH (160 KM/H) TACHOMETER 1 0 RPM 2 1000 RPM 3 3000 RPM 4 6000 RPM FUEL GAUGE 1 EMPTY 2 1/4 FILLED 3 1/2 FILLED 4 FULL TEMPERATURE GAUGE 1 COLD 2 1/4 3 3/4 4 HOT ODOMETER SEGMENT TEST If a segment in the odometer does not illuminate normally, a problem exists in the display. ELECTRONIC TRANSMISSION RANGE INDICATOR SEGMENT TEST If a segment in the transmission range indicator does not illuminate normally, a problem exists in the display. Thank you again :) |
All times are GMT -5. The time now is 02:22 PM. |
© 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands