Speedo cable or something worse?

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Rubyoptics
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Speedo cable or something worse?

Post by Rubyoptics »

Hi all,

In the past 2 months of ownership, 3 times whilst driving the speedo needle has crashed down to zero and then 1-2 seconds later moved back to the previously indicated speed. Other than cold weather, I can't remember anything similar about the times this happened - i.e they happened with the car travelling on different roads at different speeds etc.

The car is a 2003 LHD 2.0 multiplexed.

Any ideas?
2003 2.0. Dyno'd @ 134BHP. 2.5" full stainless exhaust system, lexus style rear lights, LED sidelights and interiors. Latest mod - Full stainless steel Group N gear linkages.

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Re: Speedo cable or something worse?

Post by IanL »

Probably an intermittent electrical connection. Try cleaning the connector at the transmission. Electrical contact cleaning spray is best.

If you want a sketch from the SEDRE to locate it, post the last eight digits of your VIN.