Voltmeter Circuit Test
- Voltmeter readings should indicate regulated alternator output or battery voltage, whichever is greater. To remove voltmeter from instrument cluster, remove cluster bezel from instrument panel. See CLUSTER BEZEL R & I under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
- Remove gauge retaining screws (if equipped). Remove gauge by pulling straight out from cluster. DO NOT turn or twist gauge when pulling, or severe damage to cluster pins will result. See Figure -Figure .
- With ignition on, check for battery voltage at voltmeter gauge (B+) pin in cluster. See Figure -Figure . Using ohmmeter, check for ground continuity at gauge ground pin of cluster. If voltage and ground are present, replace voltmeter gauge.
- If voltage and ground are not present at pins, remove instrument cluster. See INSTRUMENT CLUSTER R & I under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Check for battery voltage and ground at appropriate cluster harness connectors. See Figure , Figure -Figure . On Daytona and LeBaron Convertible/Coupe, see IDENTIFYING INSTRUMENT CLUSTER CONNECTOR CAVITIES table in FUEL GAUGE CIRCUIT & FUEL GAUGE SENDING UNIT TEST under TESTING. See WIRING DIAGRAMS in this article.
- If voltage and ground are NOT present at cluster harness connectors, repair wiring as necessary. If voltage and ground are present at cluster harness connectors, check cluster for bent or broken terminal pins. If terminal pins are okay, replace cluster printed circuit board and retest.