Speedo problem

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R_Parr
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Speedo problem

Post by R_Parr »

A few days back my speedo went mental when i was driving and then suddenly stopped working, so i opened the bonnet to check out the cable, all was well. Then i jacked up the moggie and unscrewed the cable from the connection to the gearbox.

I tried to turn the wire expecting to see the speedo move, but the wire was very tight and could hardly move.

Is this normal? Also it may be a problem within the dashboard, how can i get into the dash to take a look at the connections to the speedo.

I'm not very good with fixing cars!

Thank you,
Rhys
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Post by tortron »

possibly the inner cable has broken and is caught in the sheeth
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Post by bmcecosse »

It's certain the cable has destroyed itself! Speedo comes out by loosening screws from either side through small holes in the glovebox liners - then wiggle it out - and unscrew the cable. Try not to dislodge any of the wiring - or the warning lights.
Edit - much later! - it's been pointed out that my use of 'either side' above is not correct and has caused confusion - the screws have of course to be loosened at BOTH sides! And - just to point out - there is NO NEED to remove or loosen the steering column!
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