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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

T-30prose procedure

Gauge dial figures shown are CANADA MODEL.

Preparation SST

SSTFor inspection of gauges
49 0839 285 Checker, fuel and thermometer

Step 1

  1. 1
    Disconnect the connector from the water thermosensor.
    Water thermosensor with SST 49 0839 285 connected via red lead to the thermosensor connector.
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  2. 2
    Connect the red lead of the SST to the connector, and the black lead to a body ground.
  3. 3
    Set the SST to the resistance values shown in the figure.
    Water temperature gauge dial (CANADA MODEL) showing needle positions at 183 ohm (1830) and 20 ohm (180) resistance test values, with H mark.
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  4. 4
    Turn the ignition switch ON, and check that the needle indicates the correct values.

Step 1 Diagnostic Result

Yes
ActionReplace water thermosensor
No
ActionGo to Step 2

Step 2

  1. 1
    Remove the instrument cluster. (Refer to page T-33.)
  2. 2
    Apply 12V to terminal 2k and ground terminal 2j.
    Instrument cluster rear view showing connection of SST 49 0839 285 to terminals 2l and 2k with red and black leads, with 12V power and ground connections.
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  3. 3
    Connect the red lead of the SST to terminal 2l and the black lead to a ground.
  4. 4
    Set the SST to the resistance values shown in the figure.
    Water temperature gauge dial (CANADA MODEL) showing needle positions at 183 ohm and 20 ohm resistance test values, with H mark.
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  5. 5
    Verify that the needle indicates the correct values.

Step 2 Diagnostic Result

Yes
ActionRepair wiring harness (Instrument cluster — Water thermosensor)
No
ActionReplace water temperature gauge

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