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Test 42A - Electro/Mechanical Instrument Cluster Diagnostics

NOTE: For connector terminal identification, see CONNECTOR IDENTIFICATION  in this article. For appropriate wiring diagram, see WIRING DIAGRAMS  section at the end of this article. Perform TEST VER-1B  after each repair.
CAUTION: Always turn ignition off prior to disconnecting or connecting any module connector.
NOTE: Electro/Mechanical Instrument Cluster (MIC) is an electronic cluster receiving information from CCD link and displaying information in analog gauges. These test procedures cover both base and premium MIC.
  1. If all MIC gauges are inoperative, go to TEST 54A . Using scan tool, read instrument cluster I.D. status. If scan tool displays EIC/US, go to TEST 43A . If all gauges are inaccurate or erratic, go to TEST 46A . If some gauges are operating, if scan tool does not display EIC/US, and/or some gauges are accurate and not erratic, go to next step.
  2. MIC diagnostics are separated into 5 categories. Verify customer complaint and identify problem area before performing appropriate test. See INSTRUMENT CLUSTER PROBLEM DIRECTORY  table below.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER PROBLEM DIRECTORY

Problem Perform TEST
Defective Gauge TEST 44A 
Defective Speedometer Or Odometer TEST 48A 
Improper Cluster Illumination TEST 38A 
Defective Warning Lamps
Premium MIC TEST 49A 
Base MIC TEST 50A