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by lambda497
Wed Feb 03, 2010 10:05 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: Instrument Panel not Working
Replies: 7
Views: 1351

same results. however, i took it to my mechanic to get a diagnosis on the circuitry and proper juice running through. everything it working as it should. there are no loose grounds. there is no shorted relay. the instrument panel itself is the problem.anyone know if a used one will work and if anyth...
by lambda497
Tue Jan 26, 2010 6:29 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: Instrument Panel not Working
Replies: 7
Views: 1351

no that wasn't hooked up to anything. the harness from the pioneer head unit doesn't use one. the orange, orange/white, and blue/white wires on the metra harness aren't hooked up.
by lambda497
Mon Jan 25, 2010 6:05 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: Instrument Panel not Working
Replies: 7
Views: 1351

i've checked the possible fuses. i'm hoping it's not the dimmer fuse. if it is, are those available at any auto parts store or dealership only?
by lambda497
Mon Jan 25, 2010 2:02 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: Instrument Panel not Working
Replies: 7
Views: 1351

Instrument Panel not Working

i had a pioneer DEH-11E HU installed and since the instrument panel doesn't work. no gauges or lights turn on unless i disconnect the panel harness and plug it back in before starting the engine. i noticed the wiring harness that was connected to the stock harness doesn't have the blue/white wire. i...
by lambda497
Sat Jan 23, 2010 5:03 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: No Gauges/Speedo Lights
Replies: 7
Views: 2834

Re: No Gauges/Speedo Lights (lambda497)

so today (after all the rain has gone) i disconnected the battery and then the pioneer HU and put the stock radio in. connected the battery, turned the ignition and everything worked. so then i replaced the pioneer again for the stock (keeping the battery connected). everything still working okay so...
by lambda497
Wed Jan 20, 2010 10:35 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: No Gauges/Speedo Lights
Replies: 7
Views: 2834

Re: No Gauges/Speedo Lights (lovemyraffe)

i've checked everything except wiring which i'd need to remove the stereo myself. the ac/console lights do work but no speedo lights/gauges. i've checked the fuses as mentioned and they're all good. i'm thinking of taking it to a better shop and see what they can do or i'll just look at it. i downlo...
by lambda497
Tue Jan 19, 2010 2:04 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: No Gauges/Speedo Lights
Replies: 7
Views: 2834

Re: No Gauges/Speedo Lights (star_deceiver)

there was a wire left on the floor that was cut and appears to have a ground connection to it. it's black but why would it have been cut in the first place?
by lambda497
Tue Jan 19, 2010 12:58 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: No Gauges/Speedo Lights
Replies: 7
Views: 2834

No Gauges/Speedo Lights

hi guys. i have a 04 Vibe and recently got an inexpensive aftermarket stereo installed. since the install my speedo lights and all the gauges don't light up or work (except for turn signals and other basics when the engine starts). i disconnected and re-connected the battery and it works but once th...