Symptoms - Instrument Panel, Gages and Console

Symptoms - Instrument Panel, Gages and Console

Important: Review the system operation in order to familiarize yourself with the system functions.


Refer to Instrument Panel Description Description and Operation.

Visual/Physical Inspection

* Inspect for aftermarket devices which could affect the operation of the audible warnings, or instrument panel cluster (IPC) systems. Refer to Checking Aftermarket Accessories Checking Aftermarket Accessories in Wiring Systems.
* Inspect the easily accessible or visible system components for obvious damage or conditions which could cause the symptom.
* Inspect for proper fluid level.

Intermittent

Faulty electrical connections or wiring may be the cause of intermittent conditions. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems.

Symptom List

Refer to a symptom diagnostic procedure from the following list in order to diagnose the symptom:

* Clock Malfunction Clock Malfunction
* Cigar Lighter Inoperative Testing and Inspection
* Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Inaccurate or Inoperative Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Inaccurate or Inoperative
* Fuel Gage Inaccurate or Inoperative Fuel Gage Inaccurate or Inoperative
* Speedometer and/or Odometer Inaccurate or Inoperative Testing and Inspection
* Chime Inoperative (Seat Belt Warning) Chime Inoperative (Seat Belt Warning)Chime Inoperative (Key Reminder) Chime Inoperative (Key Reminder)Chime Inoperative (Door Open Chime) Chime Inoperative (Door Open Chime)