jeffescortlx I got everything going but the gauges/needles are not lining up. I fixed everything on my cluster but the line up I can’t get could you help me out with that over an explanation? Thanks
Love your videos. is there a place to get a parts list? ie Mosfet, LEDs steppers, needles etc? I am ready to try to repair my 07 Suburban cluster and would like to get all the right parts and things to complete it.
@@DrDrax-tz8xv 07 suburban won't need stepper motors or LED's. I believe I have the MOSFET part number in the description of one of my 07 repair video's.
Dude, you're good. Real good. Also, it really surprises me that this unit is as repairable to the extent that it clearly is. I've watched a number of these videos and I've not seen anyone even attempt what you've done here. There are any number of repairs to my truck I will do for myself - even some basic electrical troubleshooting and repair. After seeing this done right, when I get ready to fix my cluster, I'm calling you. It's a pleasure to see something done so well. I enjoyed this video. Thanks for posting.
For this type of video, I just want to compliment you. It is top notch, concise language(I wish I had that ability), instruction without condescension, explanation of why’s and why nots to your chosen techniques and part selection. Slow paced when necessary, sped up during redundancy. Everything about it is very professional. I’m having an issue with a cluster, I’m currently troubleshooting, and if repair is the answer. I will ship it your way.
Jeff, I repaired a cluster today, I only replaced two of the step motors, temp and speedometer, because everything else was working. I am an experienced Electrical Engineer and I was shocked how easy it is to overheat the pads on these boards. It tells me that GM never meant for these ever to be repaired, as this is the thinnest layer I've ever come across on a board. I tested my solders afterward to ensure that I had continuity on each solder and luckily everything works as it should. I salute anyone that attempts this repair, not for the faint hearted.
Yes the pads do lift very easy on these PCB's. A good electric solder suckers helps. You can get the solder removed before the copper pad and PCB have a chance to soak up a lot of heat.
Amazing video and thanks for the demonstration. Years ago I took a very expensive aircraft radio in for repair. An multi-pin IC chip need to be replace and I ordered it repaired. Well the butcher who assured me he could do the job did exactly what happened to this board you're repairing. I was lucky to fine a gentleman in Boston that did this kind of work and for an extremely reasonable fee did what you did here and fixed the board. It was magic to have that fixed and now I see how a professional like yourself performs such miracles. Thanks so much for the demonstration as I have always been curious how this kind of work was performed. You're extremely skilled and do impressive work. Thanks again for the demonstration. Much appreciated.
I just got my cluster back from Jeff, the entire process was very professional and quick. I had exactly a 1 week turnaround time from removing the cluster, to reinstalling it. 10/10 service. Even if you think you can do this yourself, it’s good peace of mind knowing it was done professionally, it’s money well spent
Very useful. My tach and oil pressure gauges weren't working at all and the fuel and water temp gauges were intermittent. I ordered a kit from Amazon with stepper motors, a plastic pry bar and some bulbs (not LEDs) that I didn't use. I have small pry bars but they are metal; the plastic pry bar is very useful to keep from marring the overlay when removing the needles. It's important to use a solder sucker (I have a manual one, not the automatic one he uses). It to keep from messing up the pads when you desolder them. I replaced ALL the motors, not just the ones that were giving trouble. None of my pads got damaged. The motor leads are bent over some on the back of the circuit board. I unbent them back to vertical (breaking the last bit of solder contact with the pad) and then used a small side cutter to cut them even with the back of the circuit board before pulling the motors out from the front. I didn't re-flow any solder joints. Before removing the needles rotate them to the left until they stop and then mark that spot with painter's tape so you know where to put the needle when you put it back together (I got that from another video). I don't have the fancy tester he has; I just re-installed it in my 2005 Silverado 1500 and everything worked.
Looking to find out how to make a harness. It's 112 degrees outside so I really don't want to be running back and forth to test it. Any idea where a breakdown of connections could be found?
this TOTALLY was the state of a coworker of mine! 6 pads pulled!! Ran a long wire to fix the speedo too! PLUS the cluster was not going to sleep and draining the battery overnight.... Did like you starting from ground up and all is GREAT and no more battery/staring issues!!! THANKS!!!!!!!!
Wanted to say thanks for the video! I did my own and everything went well except for the water temp. I did not notice I had no pad left on one prong. THEN I lost the next solder point, how I do not know. Could not get solder to reattach so I could jumper. Looking at the board it looks like the main purpose was to go to the next "small" hole. So the fix was to insert /solder a jumper wire into the hole and solder it to the motor pin. Just wanted to let you know I could not of done it without your video!! Thanks again You almost got another job:)
I have done this yr`s ago but i am a welder, now have to do a buddies, however my jumpers were insulated wires, thicker because of the plastic insulation, i will definitely be using these thin coated wire`s, thanks buddy
You are good at what you do even if you charge more that's fine I think you have the experience and know what you're doing that's big A factor great video great job!
Thanks for the countless videos on these clusters 🤘🏼 I just did a rebuild on mine last night and went perfectly. New motors and led’s. Used a good soldering iron and a solder sucker pen worked great. Thanks again
Omg you must be the most patient person on earth. Im pretty sure that panel would up flying through the air if i was doing that. Pancake cluster frisbee!
Thank you sir for sharing all your knowledge. I finally got mine done, 2 weeks on and off and installing and removing cluster 50 or so times, couple jumpers but done! You make it look so easy man! I really didn't want to send it to you and have you make a video about a idiot and a soldering iron. I think that was my inspiration. Once again thank you!
Jeff, I almost made a career out of soldering in the late 1990s... I turned it down ($30k starting salary, accepted the job for the $$ and then declined it) because it didn't sound fun and the hours were atrocious. I was a highly skilled electronics guy that hated soldering. I'm glad someone loves to solder and repair things down to the individual component. I am still a horrible solderer and desolderer. I wish you all the best, thanks for your expertise!
Love the video, I am a big fan, would you be able to tell me or show me the size of the SMD resistors such as the 511 or the 240 that help with the lcd screens. In trying to learn the sizes.
This was a good video but you didn't explain anything you speed The video up and didn't say anything about what you're putting down on the board to clean it up did you put flux on it I would like to know all that but I guess I won't know
Kind of late. 3 months late. But it appeared he didn't use flux (probably relying on the rosin inside the solder) and he used alcohol to clean the rosin off.
Dont worry about it! Most likely if u didn't know what he was doing, u should just send your cluster to him . Cause yours is gonna end up exactly like this one! If u touch it .... Lol
I want to just ask your opinion. My grandson borrowed my 2001 Astro van, left lights on, have to jump start it, since then none of the gauges work. Did the jump somehow fry an IC from ESD or something? He changed the fuse and the lights still work!!?? Thanks for the video
Your methods are nearly identical to what I've had to teach myself over the years (thanks to having to correct my own mistakes). Great video. It's good to have an idea what you're doing even if you have electronics experience before tearing into an unfamiliar part (in my case it's my brother in law's Silverado with a dim PRNDL display).
@@MoneyManHolmes We haven't pulled the dash yet since he's got the engine out for a rebuild. Once that's done and all back together we'll tackle the dash. I suspect, as has been mentioned in a bunch of videos and forums, cold solder joints on several resistors and around multiple pins for the main connector. I'll be going over every joint with my microscope and meter, but those will be the first things I look at. Unfortunately I don't have a bench test setup to quickly test functionality, so it'll be a bit longer of a process to make sure it's all good.
Great video ! I have a 2010 sierra and I need to replace the mil lamp bulb and the fog light indicator bulb, is the process similar for my truck or is there something different to expect? Do you have a video for my year truck or similar? I'd appreciate any help you could give me. Thanks ahead of time!
@@jeffescortlx yes they were working when I got the truck about 3 mos ago. I recently installed a sound system and I grounded out the power wire to the amp for a millisec once on the install in thinking that's where it came from. I have a professional scan tool that tests the mil lamp circuit and it doesn't illuminate when testing.
to the battery. I think im gonna need a the wiring diagram for that truck to investigate any further . I may just take it to a shop and let them deal with it I really don't have too much free time to hunt the issue down right now@@jeffescortlx
My grandson has a 2004 Suburban, the shift indicator light it does not appear. Would you be so kind to indicate how to fix it or what can it be? We live Texas state. Thanks for your time.
Watched 3 of your videos and I'm impressed by your work on the 99-02 GM dash cluster. Having built a Fisher FM tuner and separate Fisher amplifier as well as a Heath color TV, all 3 from kits, in the 1960 period, I really enjoyed your style of work and how you described every step so clearly and completely. Your video and audio are excellent. May be sending you a 2000 Yukon XL cluster for repair in a couple of months that has a wild and crazy message center issue, nonworking gas gauge as well as the odometer/tranny selector flashing off and on frequently. I would highly recommend you to anyone needing your services.
Hey man I have a 06 Silverado my cluster won’t power on unless the alternator is connected and if I have the key on acc it won’t power on unless I start it then turn it off and put it in acc it will power on do u think it’s cluster related or bad connection in the truxk
I have a question for you I know the video I'm watching is a few years old. But I have a 2011 Chevy Colorado and I was replacing the factory radio with a aftermarket. I went to make sure that the new radio connection fit the wiring harness and I accidentally caused a spark. I did not have the proper wiring harness to connect the radio up so I just installed it without hooking it to the wiring which I had to order a radio wiring harness for the truck. When I went to the parts store I noticed my instrument cluster no longer work RPMs ,fuel, temp snd speedometer. I checked all the fuses in the fuse box and honor belong. I read something online that said maybe because I disconnected the factory radio the wires to the cluster or ran through the radio also and that's why it's lost power
What type of cleaning solution did you use to clean up the old remaining solder? What is the ideal temperature for removing old solder and soldering new stepper motor? Thanks for this video.
Hi Jeff I used to work for Diebold, which is where I first learned to solder on computer motherboards. But your skill is light years ahead of mine. I sure would like to get as good as you are.
Yes. Although TH-cam doesn't allow me to attach images or PDF to a comment. But if you Google search images you can find the connector pin out or wiring diagram on the internet.
What is the clear liquid you put on after the solder? I did this repair today with the x27 and one of them isnt working. My solder was crap on that one and I think I burned the board a bit cuz the solder wouldnt stick to the board. And some of the lights went out after I messed with it in and out of the truck a few times. Any info would help. Thanks
On a full rebuild of an 05 Silverado cluster, is that new lights, stepper motors, and any other issues? My stepper motors seem to be fine but my shift indicator isn't light up bright enough to see during daylight. At night I can see it. Also have some back lights out.
At the 7-minute 56-second Mart what are you doing building burnt joints or burnt soldering connections this is my first time and I'm trying to learn when you scrape the green and you're extending the solder to another joint you're jumping them and what is that doing?
Under normal circumstances this doesn't need to be done. But somebody attempted to replace the stepper motors with improper tools and techniques, and doing so ripped off the copper foil connections that are supposed to connect the stepper motors. I'm restoring what they ripped off.
@@jeffescortlx mine is out of a 2005 Silverado and some days the whole gauge assembly will work some days nothing will work in all the bars where the mileage are will be lit up
Most of the stepper motor kits start with 2002 or 2003 Model years. I have a 2001 Old Alero with a speedometer problem. The odometer works, but no speedo. Does a 2001 Olds Alero cluster use the stepper motor for the speedo? Thanks!!
Your cluster is going to use a air core motor, not stepper motor. They are hard to find "new" and can be $100 for just one true new motor. But they typically don't fail to the point that they now longer respond. You probably have other issues and need to do more trouble shooting.
If you install a stepper motor in the trans temp slot, will it work. I’ve read that the wiring harness comes from factory with it but only the 2500’s and up have it in the cluster. It would be nice to have the trans temp gauge working
All the 03-06 have the wiring and signals needed for trans temp. But only 03 have the trans temp enabled in the eeprom for both trans and non trans temp clusters. Some time in 04 it was disabled in the eeprom and needs to be enabled to work.
jeffescortlx Thanks! My truck is an 04 GMC Sierra. I guess I could install it and try it. If install it correctly and it doesn't work how would I go about getting it enabled in the eprom? Would a tech 2 scanner be able to do that kind of thing? Also I was wondering how you manually calibrate the gauges. I noticed when you removed the needles you had turn the needles full counter clockwise.. Again thank you for sharing your know how much appreciated
The tech 2 can't reprogram by it's self. You would also need a pass through and the AC Delco subscription. Or the ability to copy and write the bin file from a eeprom that has enabled.
Have to say I screwed one up in my early attempts. I recovered it and IMMEDIATELY bought a Hakko FR300 desoldering gun as shown in this video. THAT tool has paid for itself time and again.
I have a question, not sure if my gauge cluster is failing or if it's something else. Randomly all my gauges (except for the speedometer and tachometer) die. The battery indicator illuminates, and my ABS and Ebrake light turn off and on randomly. Have you seen these symptoms before? Please let me know, I'm losing my mind about it!
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jeffescortlx I got everything going but the gauges/needles are not lining up. I fixed everything on my cluster but the line up I can’t get could you help me out with that over an explanation? Thanks
Would it be easier just to replace the whole stepper motor?
Love your videos. is there a place to get a parts list? ie Mosfet, LEDs steppers, needles etc? I am ready to try to repair my 07 Suburban cluster and would like to get all the right parts and things to complete it.
@@DrDrax-tz8xv 07 suburban won't need stepper motors or LED's. I believe I have the MOSFET part number in the description of one of my 07 repair video's.
Do you still repair them?Nothing is working on mine
A real pleasure to watch someone who knows what he's doing.
Dude, you're good. Real good. Also, it really surprises me that this unit is as repairable to the extent that it clearly is. I've watched a number of these videos and I've not seen anyone even attempt what you've done here. There are any number of repairs to my truck I will do for myself - even some basic electrical troubleshooting and repair. After seeing this done right, when I get ready to fix my cluster, I'm calling you. It's a pleasure to see something done so well. I enjoyed this video. Thanks for posting.
You have a great skill to do that kind of repair and make it look like I even can solder, which is furthest from the truth. Awesome workmanship.
For this type of video, I just want to compliment you. It is top notch, concise language(I wish I had that ability), instruction without condescension, explanation of why’s and why nots to your chosen techniques and part selection. Slow paced when necessary, sped up during redundancy. Everything about it is very professional. I’m having an issue with a cluster, I’m currently troubleshooting, and if repair is the answer. I will ship it your way.
You did a great job correcting the faults of the previous repair,and thanks for a close up view,of the repair and soldering .
Jeff, I repaired a cluster today, I only replaced two of the step motors, temp and speedometer, because everything else was working. I am an experienced Electrical Engineer and I was shocked how easy it is to overheat the pads on these boards. It tells me that GM never meant for these ever to be repaired, as this is the thinnest layer I've ever come across on a board. I tested my solders afterward to ensure that I had continuity on each solder and luckily everything works as it should. I salute anyone that attempts this repair, not for the faint hearted.
Yes the pads do lift very easy on these PCB's. A good electric solder suckers helps. You can get the solder removed before the copper pad and PCB have a chance to soak up a lot of heat.
Amazing video and thanks for the demonstration. Years ago I took a very expensive aircraft radio in for repair. An multi-pin IC chip need to be replace and I ordered it repaired. Well the butcher who assured me he could do the job did exactly what happened to this board you're repairing. I was lucky to fine a gentleman in Boston that did this kind of work and for an extremely reasonable fee did what you did here and fixed the board. It was magic to have that fixed and now I see how a professional like yourself performs such miracles. Thanks so much for the demonstration as I have always been curious how this kind of work was performed. You're extremely skilled and do impressive work. Thanks again for the demonstration. Much appreciated.
He knows what he is doing but also is not hurrying but just steady and getting a lot done so this is a good training video
I just got my cluster back from Jeff, the entire process was very professional and quick. I had exactly a 1 week turnaround time from removing the cluster, to reinstalling it. 10/10 service. Even if you think you can do this yourself, it’s good peace of mind knowing it was done professionally, it’s money well spent
What ball park price you paid
Approximately how much to have that done?? Or should I just get one from the junkyard out of an older car?
How much does it cost to repair?
anyone going to answer how much this is!!!?
Very useful. My tach and oil pressure gauges weren't working at all and the fuel and water temp gauges were intermittent. I ordered a kit from Amazon with stepper motors, a plastic pry bar and some bulbs (not LEDs) that I didn't use. I have small pry bars but they are metal; the plastic pry bar is very useful to keep from marring the overlay when removing the needles. It's important to use a solder sucker (I have a manual one, not the automatic one he uses). It to keep from messing up the pads when you desolder them. I replaced ALL the motors, not just the ones that were giving trouble. None of my pads got damaged. The motor leads are bent over some on the back of the circuit board. I unbent them back to vertical (breaking the last bit of solder contact with the pad) and then used a small side cutter to cut them even with the back of the circuit board before pulling the motors out from the front. I didn't re-flow any solder joints. Before removing the needles rotate them to the left until they stop and then mark that spot with painter's tape so you know where to put the needle when you put it back together (I got that from another video). I don't have the fancy tester he has; I just re-installed it in my 2005 Silverado 1500 and everything worked.
I reiterate what's already been said...refreshing to see someone who knows what they're doing...well done sir...
I tried doing it myself and failed... otherwise known as a "Cluster F#$k" :)
made me laugh. thx
could you make a video showing how you made the test harness for the cluster?
A pc computer power supply can be used for a power source.
@@nox7539 BUt what voltage is it ? Which wire does what?
Looking to find out how to make a harness. It's 112 degrees outside so I really don't want to be running back and forth to test it. Any idea where a breakdown of connections could be found?
@@DrDrax-tz8xv Use the GM service manual for your car/truck. Follow the pinouts in the wiring diagram.
@@DrDrax-tz8xv Also, go to the local junkyard and pull a harness from a scrap car.
Great close-up views of your work.
Now I know where to send my cluster when it craps out ! Thanks for sharing that was a really nice repair 👍
this TOTALLY was the state of a coworker of mine!
6 pads pulled!! Ran a long wire to fix the speedo too!
PLUS the cluster was not going to sleep and draining the battery overnight....
Did like you starting from ground up and all is GREAT and no more battery/staring issues!!! THANKS!!!!!!!!
is there a good schematic available online that shows what all those contact points do and what should have 12v + / - or other voltage?
I would like to know about circuit schematic also. How to set up a test bench?
Wanted to say thanks for the video! I did my own and everything went well except for the water temp. I did not notice I had no pad left on one prong. THEN I lost the next solder point, how I do not know. Could not get solder to reattach so I could jumper. Looking at the board it looks like the main purpose was to go to the next "small" hole. So the fix was to insert /solder a jumper wire into the hole and solder it to the motor pin.
Just wanted to let you know I could not of done it without your video!! Thanks again You almost got another job:)
hey buddy what is the size of the soldering wire for this kind of job? great job ...thanks in advance
I have done this yr`s ago but i am a welder, now have to do a buddies, however my jumpers were insulated wires, thicker because of the plastic insulation, i will definitely be using these thin coated wire`s, thanks buddy
You are good at what you do even if you charge more that's fine I think you have the experience and know what you're doing that's big A factor great video great job!
Ha, I'm just the opposite, I can desolder fairly easy but I suck at soldering. Thanks for your vids they are a big help and the best.
What’s the liquid you use with the toothbrush to clean to board?
In Motion Automotive what he said^
softsol6220 actually after watching a bunch of this guys videos, I’m pretty sure that liquid is just plain alcohol
Thanks for the countless videos on these clusters 🤘🏼 I just did a rebuild on mine last night and went perfectly. New motors and led’s. Used a good soldering iron and a solder sucker pen worked great. Thanks again
Nice to see someone that really knows what they're doing, subbed
what is the cleaning solution you used with the brush?
How do I get in contact to have you repair my 2003 Avalanche panel?
Can someone help me get in contact as well to have my 98 k1500 instrument cluster repaired?
This video was great. You make the job appear easy but it is very complicated. Fantastic job!!!
Thank you!
A true pro always makes it look easy, wish i had this guys skill,could sure help.
Where are you located? I have to find a windows computer to get your info all I have is Mac.
Can you tell me what solder you use and what wire you use for the jumpers?
Omg you must be the most patient person on earth. Im pretty sure that panel would up flying through the air if i was doing that. Pancake cluster frisbee!
I need to send mine to you could you please fix mine?with led lights i pay you what you asking please let me know in private message
Thank you sir for sharing all your knowledge. I finally got mine done, 2 weeks on and off and installing and removing cluster 50 or so times, couple jumpers but done! You make it look so easy man! I really didn't want to send it to you and have you make a video about a idiot and a soldering iron. I think that was my inspiration. Once again thank you!
Glad to hear you got it working!
Hey my gm cluster is in need of a toon up can you repair for me
Jeff, I almost made a career out of soldering in the late 1990s... I turned it down ($30k starting salary, accepted the job for the $$ and then declined it) because it didn't sound fun and the hours were atrocious. I was a highly skilled electronics guy that hated soldering. I'm glad someone loves to solder and repair things down to the individual component. I am still a horrible solderer and desolderer. I wish you all the best, thanks for your expertise!
I love soldering at component level! But I understand it's not for everyone.
Obviously this owner guy was methodical in his approach; perfecting his procedure and skillset on the transtemp before the shit got real...
Wow! I am blown away, you make this look easy!! I have so many questions! I want to be able to do this stuff! Very cool!
AUDIO is perfect
I almost fell asleep watching this. Something so relaxing about it. Too bad I’m driving lol
Do you walk on water too? I can't believe you salvaged that mess... Great Job!
Great video I have taken classes on repairing clusters and I have learn more here thank you..
That's interesting. Where are classes held?
Yep, soldering takes a bit of practice, de-soldering take a LOT of practice. Especially on boards with molecule thin foils...
Exactly!
Your hand work on a scale this small is very good! The end product is excellent and should be reliable for years to come! Liked!!
Thanks for this educational video..learned so much 👍❤
Very cool repair. I always enjoy watching good problem solving skills. Great vid.
Hey Jeff. Would consider repairing cluster 2003 Avalanche cluster?
Oh my ,that was an awesome fix thanks for this .Greetings from Venezuela.
Great video! Btw, what's that liquid you're pouring in the board?
I want to know too? What’s is that liquid? Need to talk more bubba
Love the video, I am a big fan, would you be able to tell me or show me the size of the SMD resistors such as the 511 or the 240 that help with the lcd screens. In trying to learn the sizes.
This is really cool. I know where I’ll be sending mine if it fucks up
Learned a lot of tricks from you ...thanks
Can I send you a cluster to rebuild?
You're a surgeon! Awesome to watch!
Awesome bro cool work
Do you have a video of the tools that you use to power up and test all the gauges and calibrate everything
Hello, I have a cluster that needs repair. How can I contact you.
Mike
You have awesome soldering skills!
This was a good video but you didn't explain anything you speed The video up and didn't say anything about what you're putting down on the board to clean it up did you put flux on it I would like to know all that but I guess I won't know
Kind of late. 3 months late. But it appeared he didn't use flux (probably relying on the rosin inside the solder) and he used alcohol to clean the rosin off.
Dont worry about it! Most likely if u didn't know what he was doing, u should just send your cluster to him . Cause yours is gonna end up exactly like this one! If u touch it .... Lol
@@kwmiked XD that's probably true. But people have to learn from somewhere.
Those close ups are awesome thank you! Great vid!
Thanks! It's a sweet microscope!
"The bigger the blob, the better the job!"
The bigger the blob done by a slob. OK that was a joke. Just came to mind.
hire BOB and get ROBED on the JOB
I want to just ask your opinion. My grandson borrowed my 2001 Astro van, left lights on, have to jump start it, since then none of the gauges work. Did the jump somehow fry an IC from ESD or something? He changed the fuse and the lights still work!!??
Thanks for the video
That cluster may rely on more than one fuse. I would double check all the fuses both under the hood and under the dashboard.
Insulting the DIY guy at the start isn’t the best idea.
It probably took him weeks to develop those skills
How would you fix a shifter indicator on a 1988 Chevy K1500
Your methods are nearly identical to what I've had to teach myself over the years (thanks to having to correct my own mistakes). Great video. It's good to have an idea what you're doing even if you have electronics experience before tearing into an unfamiliar part (in my case it's my brother in law's Silverado with a dim PRNDL display).
How did you fix that issue?
@@MoneyManHolmes We haven't pulled the dash yet since he's got the engine out for a rebuild. Once that's done and all back together we'll tackle the dash. I suspect, as has been mentioned in a bunch of videos and forums, cold solder joints on several resistors and around multiple pins for the main connector. I'll be going over every joint with my microscope and meter, but those will be the first things I look at. Unfortunately I don't have a bench test setup to quickly test functionality, so it'll be a bit longer of a process to make sure it's all good.
Great video ! I have a 2010 sierra and I need to replace the mil lamp bulb and the fog light indicator bulb, is the process similar for my truck or is there something different to expect? Do you have a video for my year truck or similar? I'd appreciate any help you could give me. Thanks ahead of time!
Those lights are LED, and don't really burn out. Is this a new to you truck?
@@jeffescortlx yes they were working when I got the truck about 3 mos ago. I recently installed a sound system and I grounded out the power wire to the amp for a millisec once on the install in thinking that's where it came from. I have a professional scan tool that tests the mil lamp circuit and it doesn't illuminate when testing.
@@hakimmalik3620 The power wire that goes to the battery, the power wire that is the amp turn on signal or the power wire that powers the head unit?
to the battery. I think im gonna need a the wiring diagram for that truck to investigate any further . I may just take it to a shop and let them deal with it I really don't have too much free time to hunt the issue down right now@@jeffescortlx
@@hakimmalik3620 was there something that happened that started these issues? It's not normal for these LED indicators to fail.
My grandson has a 2004 Suburban, the shift indicator light it does not appear.
Would you be so kind to indicate how to fix it or what can it be? We live Texas state. Thanks for your time.
Alexia Monsalve reflow solder over the resistors and it will fix the problem. Very easy if you know how to solder
Great job, thank you for sharing knowledge!!
amazing what is the clear liquid that you squirt on it after solder
Rubbing alcohol.
Watched 3 of your videos and I'm impressed by your work on the 99-02 GM dash cluster. Having built a Fisher FM tuner and separate Fisher amplifier as well as a Heath color TV, all 3 from kits, in the 1960 period, I really enjoyed your style of work and how you described every step so clearly and completely. Your video and audio are excellent. May be sending you a 2000 Yukon XL cluster for repair in a couple of months that has a wild and crazy message center issue, nonworking gas gauge as well as the odometer/tranny selector flashing off and on frequently. I would highly recommend you to anyone needing your services.
Chances are the non-working fuel gauge is a sending unit issue.
Hey man I have a 06 Silverado my cluster won’t power on unless the alternator is connected and if I have the key on acc it won’t power on unless I start it then turn it off and put it in acc it will power on do u think it’s cluster related or bad connection in the truxk
I have a question for you I know the video I'm watching is a few years old. But I have a 2011 Chevy Colorado and I was replacing the factory radio with a aftermarket. I went to make sure that the new radio connection fit the wiring harness and I accidentally caused a spark. I did not have the proper wiring harness to connect the radio up so I just installed it without hooking it to the wiring which I had to order a radio wiring harness for the truck. When I went to the parts store I noticed my instrument cluster no longer work RPMs ,fuel, temp snd speedometer. I checked all the fuses in the fuse box and honor belong. I read something online that said maybe because I disconnected the factory radio the wires to the cluster or ran through the radio also and that's why it's lost power
I'm not exactly sure. But this sounds like a typical blown fuse. Double check all the fuses, both under hood and under dashboard.
Is the a tool kit to power up the cluster and give it signal or do you have to just make a homemade one?
It's homemade. But there are some other people selling homemade plugins.
What type of cleaning solution did you use to clean up the old remaining solder? What is the ideal temperature for removing old solder and soldering new stepper motor? Thanks for this video.
I use an electric solder sucker to clean off the old solder. Rubbing alcohol is used to clean the flux.
@@jeffescortlx Thank you. Great video!
Hi Jeff
I used to work for Diebold, which is where I first learned to solder on computer motherboards. But your skill is light years ahead of mine. I sure would like to get as good as you are.
Hey jeff do u have the pin out on 00 to 02 positive ,negative, and data
Yes. Although TH-cam doesn't allow me to attach images or PDF to a comment. But if you Google search images you can find the connector pin out or wiring diagram on the internet.
Heya, the 24 pin for the dash clusters, what wires you got hooked up, trying to get it to where I can bench clusters and calibrate on bench.
What cables are the ones to make a mileage screen turn on
Please can you tell me what's in the little bottle, what you wash your welds after ?
and where i buy please ?
Thank you ! Chris
It's just isopropyl rubbing alcohol. Your grocery store or drug store will have it. Make sure to buy it in the 90% and not the 70%.
@@jeffescortlx Hi, Thank you very much it's very kind of you and appreciate (yes 90%)
Hey Jeff wondering how you have power bench supply hooked up to the pig tail thanks
The power supply is connected to battery positive, and ignition positive and ground.
What is the clear liquid you put on after the solder? I did this repair today with the x27 and one of them isnt working. My solder was crap on that one and I think I burned the board a bit cuz the solder wouldnt stick to the board. And some of the lights went out after I messed with it in and out of the truck a few times. Any info would help. Thanks
It's running alcohol. You pulled some pads. You'll need jumpers run to fix it. I typically don't charge extra to make that repair.
On a full rebuild of an 05 Silverado cluster, is that new lights, stepper motors, and any other issues? My stepper motors seem to be fine but my shift indicator isn't light up bright enough to see during daylight. At night I can see it. Also have some back lights out.
Yes the lighting and PRND321 would be fixed with a full rebuild
@@jeffescortlx can you send me an email with more information on pricing and such? kmueske0@gmail.com
At the 7-minute 56-second Mart what are you doing building burnt joints or burnt soldering connections this is my first time and I'm trying to learn when you scrape the green and you're extending the solder to another joint you're jumping them and what is that doing?
Under normal circumstances this doesn't need to be done. But somebody attempted to replace the stepper motors with improper tools and techniques, and doing so ripped off the copper foil connections that are supposed to connect the stepper motors. I'm restoring what they ripped off.
@@jeffescortlx mine is out of a 2005 Silverado and some days the whole gauge assembly will work some days nothing will work in all the bars where the mileage are will be lit up
@@jannettasgarage7247 the issues your having is not related to the stepper motors.
What is the name and model of the equipment that you used to perform such tests please i would like to learn this
The soldering equipment?
For your jumper wire is that just solder you use? I no you said before the long ones were transformer wire
15:40 goes into a little more detail on the long wire. The short jumper wires are the leads from the lamps.
What is the stuff you are spraying on the solder you are very impressive would love to have your knowledge
What wires do you use for your jumper wires? Great work, taught me a lot.
do you add trans to it as well? do you change light to blue LCD, and fix OD reader
Yes I can add trans temp and install blue LEDs. Is it your PRND321 display that doesn't work?
What would cause the check engine light the seat belt light and the air bag light to not come on after a cluster repair?
Hard to say, but you should definitely send it back to who ever did the work.
Most of the stepper motor kits start with 2002 or 2003 Model years. I have a 2001 Old Alero with a speedometer problem. The odometer works, but no speedo. Does a 2001 Olds Alero cluster use the stepper motor for the speedo? Thanks!!
Your cluster is going to use a air core motor, not stepper motor. They are hard to find "new" and can be $100 for just one true new motor. But they typically don't fail to the point that they now longer respond. You probably have other issues and need to do more trouble shooting.
I have a question on what size are the boxes you use to send the clusters back from where it came from
18x12x7
@@jeffescortlx I’m sorry but where did you buy these boxes I’m having a hard time finding them
@@jackyasswanker1812 eBay in 25pc lots.
If you install a stepper motor in the trans temp slot, will it work. I’ve read that the wiring harness comes from factory with it but only the 2500’s and up have it in the cluster. It would be nice to have the trans temp gauge working
All the 03-06 have the wiring and signals needed for trans temp. But only 03 have the trans temp enabled in the eeprom for both trans and non trans temp clusters. Some time in 04 it was disabled in the eeprom and needs to be enabled to work.
jeffescortlx Thanks! My truck is an 04 GMC Sierra. I guess I could install it and try it. If install it correctly and it doesn't work how would I go about getting it enabled in the eprom? Would a tech 2 scanner be able to do that kind of thing? Also I was wondering how you manually calibrate the gauges. I noticed when you removed the needles you had turn the needles full counter clockwise..
Again thank you for sharing your know how much appreciated
The tech 2 can't reprogram by it's self. You would also need a pass through and the AC Delco subscription. Or the ability to copy and write the bin file from a eeprom that has enabled.
Have to say I screwed one up in my early attempts. I recovered it and IMMEDIATELY bought a Hakko FR300 desoldering gun as shown in this video. THAT tool has paid for itself time and again.
Yes the FR300 is a must have for me. Wouldn't want to do desoldering without it once you get use to it.
What do you use to get a signal to activate the various gauges??
A homemade class 2 data generator.
@@jeffescortlx its really cool! I need to figure out some of this stuff haha
where can i get that desolder gun?
what is the blue yellow desoldering tool exactly? and the liquid put onto the de soldered board holes?
My newer videos have a list of tools in the description. If you click on my channel page you'll find more information.
Do you work on a 2016 chevy equinox cluster do you have a video on how to pull the cluster for repair
Hello how are you how do you operate it without kicking it in the car please please tell me kindly
What size are the (511) chip resistor and what ohms/tolerance? Thank u
I have a question, not sure if my gauge cluster is failing or if it's something else. Randomly all my gauges (except for the speedometer and tachometer) die. The battery indicator illuminates, and my ABS and Ebrake light turn off and on randomly. Have you seen these symptoms before? Please let me know, I'm losing my mind about it!
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you mentioned sourcing of new bulbs, can you give a good source of where to get good quality bulbs to avoid the tungsten effect?
Anywhere but eBay or Amazon. Mouser, element 14, digi-key all carry reliable brands.