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Warning lights don't work...1980 Corvette..Dash and center cluster
I have a 1980 Corvette. None of the warning lights on the dash or center cluster work. Will replacing the printed curcuit boards make the warning lights work again? or are there other issues I should be looking into?
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RE: Warning lights don't work...1980 Corvette..Dash and center cluster
Part of the problem could be the circuit board, or you could do like I did and plug in a connector I found that was unplugged in my center console, that caused a battery drain (there was a short) and I had to pay my mechanic to unplug the connector I had plugged in. I couldn't figure out what was wrong!
I guess what I am trying to say is that these cars are 25+ years old and there could be any number of things wrong, as simple as a burned out indicator lamp (highly likely) or as complex as a faulty circuit. I would start by pulling the center cluster, removing all of the bulbs, they twist out - and installing all new bulbs. You will be able to see if your printed circuit is in good shape or not at that time. Replacement printed circuits are available most reasonably from Wilcox if you need them. After that you start getting into deeper water as far as troubleshooting goes and will probably need a schematic and a meter to figure it out. [sm=icon_cheers.gif] |
RE: Warning lights don't work...1980 Corvette..Dash and center cluster
Welcome to the Corvette Forum. While you have the circuit board out, examine it closely for cracked solder joints especially in areas w/ large components or high heat areas. The auto environment is a lot tougher on electronics than most folks recognize.
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RE: Warning lights don't work...1980 Corvette..Dash and center cluster
ORIGINAL: DeeVeeEight Part of the problem could be the circuit board, or you could do like I did and plug in a connector I found that was unplugged in my center console, that caused a battery drain (there was a short) and I had to pay my mechanic to unplug the connector I had plugged in. I couldn't figure out what was wrong! I guess what I am trying to say is that these cars are 25+ years old and there could be any number of things wrong, as simple as a burned out indicator lamp (highly likely) or as complex as a faulty circuit. I would start by pulling the center cluster, removing all of the bulbs, they twist out - and installing all new bulbs. You will be able to see if your printed circuit is in good shape or not at that time. Replacement printed circuits are available most reasonably from Wilcox if you need them. After that you start getting into deeper water as far as troubleshooting goes and will probably need a schematic and a meter to figure it out. [sm=icon_cheers.gif] |
RE: Warning lights don't work...1980 Corvette..Dash and center cluster
Put an ammeter in the battery circuit and w/ everything off (including interior lites), start pulling fuses one at a time to try to isolate which circuit is contributing to the current drain.
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RE: Warning lights don't work...1980 Corvette..Dash and center cluster
Did you check the 'INST' fuse to see if you have power going to the dash lights?
Also did you try turning the headlight knob? PG |
RE: Warning lights don't work...1980 Corvette..Dash and center cluster
ORIGINAL: pg Did you check the 'INST' fuse to see if you have power going to the dash lights? Also did you try turning the headlight knob? PG |
RE: Warning lights don't work...1980 Corvette..Dash and center cluster
ORIGINAL: pj_80shark ORIGINAL: pg Did you check the 'INST' fuse to see if you have power going to the dash lights? Also did you try turning the headlight knob? PG |
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