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MYSTERY SPEEDOMETER 200

posted by  wbwsr13 on  Wed Jul 28 06:51 CST 2004
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I HAD AN ERRATIC SPEEDOMETER AND UPON THE CAR DRIVING THROUGH A SERIOUS PUDDLE OF WATER IT NOW IS WORKING ....1988 240....ANY THOUGHTS








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MYSTERY SPEEDOMETER 200

posted by  Abnormally Aspirated 945T on  Wed Jul 28 09:47 CST 2004
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If I understand the issue correctly, the speedometer sensor is located on the differential, mid-axle and it may be that the splash of water provided enough wiggling of the contact to better seat the sensor, or wiggled it enough to provide a better, although temporary, connection. You might drive the car up on ramps (rear up), safely though! and take the sensor off and clean the contacts. You will likely then have a good working speedometer for a much greater lenght of time.

good luck!

Sincerely,

JBeechcraft








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MYSTERY SPEEDOMETER 200

posted by  someone claiming to be JimL on  Wed Jul 28 07:27 CST 2004 [RELATED]

Well you can't expect a speedometer to work properly if it is dehydrated!







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