Service Information

Spark

Symptoms - Displays and Gauges

Note: The following steps must be completed before using the symptom diagnostic tables.

Before using the symptom diagnostic tables, perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle .
Review the system operation in order to understand the system functions. Refer to the following description and operations:

•	Instrument Cluster Description and Operation

•	Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation

•	Audible Warnings Description and Operation

•	Inspect for aftermarket devices which can affect the operation of the instrument panel cluster or the audible warning systems. Refer to Checking Aftermarket Accessories .

•	Inspect the accessible system components or the visible system components for obvious damage or for obvious conditions which can cause the symptom.

•	Inspect for the proper fluid levels.

Faulty electrical connections or wiring may be the cause of intermittent conditions. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections .

Refer to a symptom diagnostic procedure from the following list in order to diagnose the symptom:

•	Instrument Cluster Gauges Inoperative

•	Fuel Gauge Inaccurate or Inoperative

•	Odometer Trip/Reset Switch Inoperative

•	Charge Indicator Malfunction