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This article is an attempt to bring together in one place all the knowledge currently available about the common problem of faulty gauges in 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2006 (plus some early model 2007) GM vehicles. Specifically this article and the problems and solutions outlined here apply to these vehicle models: Silverado, Sierra, Avalanche, Suburban, Yukon, Tahoe, Hummer H2, Escalade, Impala, LeSabre, Rainier, Rendezvous, Cavalier, Kodiak, Malibu, Monte Carlo, SSR, Trailblazer, Venture, Envoy, Topkick, Ascender, Bravada, Silhouette, Aztek, Bonneville, Grand Am, Grand Prix, Montana, Sunfire.

The most common instrument cluster problem seen on the 03-06 GMs is faulty analog gauges. This is usually the first gauge problem the vehicle owner sees and is experienced as a stuck, sticky or jumpy gauge needle. Occasionally the needle will reset itself temporarily after the ignition switch has been turned on and off a few times but soon returns to it’s erratic behavior. In some cases the needle will “peg out” to the fully counter clock wise or clock wise position. In some cases the needle will move smoothly but will be reading noticeably higher or lower than normal at all points. This problem typically starts with just one gauge but over time all the analog gauges will start displaying the same symptoms. Ultimately all gauges will fail if not repaired.

The current and only GM authorized replacement is Switec brand, part number X27.168 (this replaces previous part numbers xc5.168, x15.168 and X25.168). These GM stepper motors are not available from GM dealers or retail parts stores such as O’Reilly’s, Autozone or others. Be aware of generic brand stepper motors produced in China, numerous problems have been seen with these aftermarket motors.

The next most common problem seen on GM instrument clusters are failing digital displays. This problem is unrelated to the stepper motor problem but is often seen in the same clusters. Most GM gauge clusters of this time frame have two digital displays – the odometer and the gear indicator (commonly called the PRNDL screen). Either one or both screen will typically be affected.

This issue is most often cause by a failing power supply circuit on the circuit board which requires either replacement components or a solder re-flow. It appears that the circuit board was laid out in a way that caused over heating in certain areas which results in component failure and/or solder joint failure. Once the joint or component has failed power to the digital displays is lost causing a dead display or power is reduced causing a dim display.

This problem is typically (but not always) seen in conjunction with an instrument cluster that will not power on or has been displaying intermittent power failure. This issue is often caused by solder failure and/or surface insulation resistance failure on the circuit board. Most instances can be repaired and this is included as part of the regular rebuild service.

This odometer screen issue is seen as the word ERROR being displayed on the odometer screen instead of the vehicle’s mileage reading. This is a memory chip/software problem and requires chip replacement and advanced reprogramming to correct. I can repair this issue with our repair service for 03-06 Silverado, Suburban, Sierra, Tahoe, Yukon, Avalanche and Escalade models only.

Battery drain from the gauge cluster can be caused by phantom warning lights (ABS, high beam indicator, etc) coming on in the gauge cluster even when the vehicle is powered down. Also the gauge cluster can fail to go into “sleep mode” after shutting down the vehicle as it is designed to do. If the vehicle is not driven for a few days either problem can drain the battery. Most instances can be repaired and this is included as part of the regular rebuild service.

GM dealers do not offer repair of electronics but they do offer replacement. However, no newly manufactured replacement instrument clusters exist any longer for 03-06 GM vehicles. GM will replace instrument clusters with used instrument clusters that have been rebuilt when a replacement is required. They then send your old instrument cluster to their 3rd party repair partner to be rebuilt and sold to the next customer needing it. Because they are replacing your entire instrument cluster with a different unit they must re-program the replacement unit so that your odometer mileage will display correctly. (GM vehicle mileage is stored inside the instrument cluster, not in the vehicle computer.) Because of this re-progaming and labor to remove/re-install this option is the most expensive.

Used instrument clusters are typically available at any number of salvage yards but there are several problems with this solution. First, any used instrument cluster will have the older generation of stepper motors and is likely to have failing gauges at the time of purchase. Salvage yards can’t fully test instrument clusters and typically electronics are sold “As Is” making a return/refund unlikely. Second, when you install a used instrument cluster it’s odometer will display the mileage from the vehicle it came out of, not your vehicle’s mileage. This requires a trip to the dealer for mileage re-programming.

At home repair is possible in some cases but requires experience with delicate circuit board component de-soldering and soldering. It’s not recommended to attempt these kinds of repairs without previous experience as damage to the electronics is common. This can require replacement of the whole instrument cluster costing more than a professional repair would have in the first place. See links in the resources section for DIY repair information and parts links.

This section outlines the common questions and issues with individual gauges and is written specifically for Silverados but these issues are common to most all GMs of this era listed in the beginning of this article.

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GMs of this era also suffer from faulty fuel level sending units inside the fuel tank, this is a very common problem just like fuel gauges not working. If your gas gauge is the only gauge not working it’s recommended to diagnose the fuel level sending unit first as a possible cause of faulty fuel level readings on the gas gauge. This sending unit is part of the larger fuel pump assembly. If the sending unit checks out then you know the gas gauge is bad and needs rebuilt. However, if you have a bad gas gauge and also other instrument cluster problems you may prefer to have the instrument cluster fully rebuilt first and go from there.

Here’s a link to Amazon where you can purchase fuel pump assemblies, make sure you check to make sure it fits your vehicle before you buy. Silverado Fuel Pump Assembly

If your 2003, 2004, 2005 or 2006 Silverado oil pressure gauge pegged out, has unusual fluctuations in it’s readings or reads high it can be caused by one of two problems. The first common cause is a faulty oil pressure sensor which is mounted on the engine. This is yet another common issue with 03-06 Silverados. Replacement sensors are fairly cheap and are widely available online. If your oil pressure gauge is the only gauge not working it’s recommended to diagnose the oil pressure sending unit first as a possible cause of oil pressure gauge fluctuations. If the oil pressure sending unit checks out then you know the oil pressure gauge is bad and needs rebuilt. However, if you have a bad oil pressure gauge and also other instrument cluster problems you may prefer to have the instrument cluster fully rebuilt first and go from there.

Here’s a link to Amazon where you can purchase an oil pressure sensor, make sure you check to make sure it fits your vehicle before you buy. Silverado Oil Pressure Sensor

Silverado speedometer problems are some of the most common ones reported as speedometer problems are pretty difficult to ignore or work around. You might be curious if your Silverado speedometer problems may be caused by a faulty speed sensor or speedometer cable. Since these instrument clusters are fully electronic there is no traditional speedometer cable as there used to be in older vehicles so that rules that out. The speed sensors in modern vehicles are actually very reliable and rarely go out, but it is possible. So as a test to know if your speed sensor may be the cause of your speedometer problems you simply need to pay attention to how your automatic transmission is behaving. The auto tranny depends on the signal from the speed sensor to determine shift points and shift hardness so if your tranny is still shifting like normal you can be sure your speed sensor is not the cause of any speedometer gauge problems you’ve observed. Ruling out the speed sensor you can be certain you need speedometer repair to fix the issue. If you have experience soldering electronics Silverado speedometer repair kits are available online for some models – see link in resources section below.

If your Silverado tachometer quit working you can be certain that the cause is a bad gauge in the instrument cluster caused by a failing stepper motor.

If you have a temp gauge not working or reading up and down you should first make sure you have plenty of coolant in your radiator of course but baring that the only likely cause on a Silverado would be a failing stepper motor on the temperature gauge which requires gauge repair.

Silverado 2500, 3500 and 1500HD models got a factory transmission temperature gauge from the factory while all other models did not. The transmission temperature gauge suffers from the same tendency to fail as all the other gauges and again will be caused by a failing stepper motor. Light duty trucks can be upgraded with a transmission temperature gauge if you want to monitor your transmission temps during towing or hauling. There are two ways to accomplish this. First you can install an instrument cluster out of a truck that has the trans temp gauge and it will be fully functional in your vehicle because all Silverados (as well as Suburbans, Sierras, Tahoes, Avalanches) came pre-wired and have a temp sensor already installed in the transmission right from the factory. This solution will require the replacement instrument cluster to be re-programmed so that the odometer displays your vehicles mileage instead of the vehicle the cluster came out of. The mileage is stored inside each clusters memory not in the vehicles computer. The second and perhaps better option is to have a factory transmission temperature gauge installed into your original instrument cluster. This can be done during other repair work to the cluster or as a stand alone upgrade. Re-programming of the instrument cluster is necessary to make the new gauge functional and should be included as part of the gauge upgrade service. Because of this at home installation of a factory trans temp gauge is not feasible.

Yes, GM vehicles of this generation will still start and run like normal with the instrument cluster removed and it will not harm the vehicle or the gauge cluster in any way.

If you have your gauge cluster rebuilt it will not need to be re-programmed. However, if you replace your original gauge cluster with another one then that one will need to be re-programmed otherwise it’s odometer display will read incorrectly. It will read the mileage of the vehicle that that gauge cluster was taken from. The odometer reading is stored inside the instrument cluster not the vehicle’s computer.

Silverado speedometer repair kit – good for repair of any analog gauge (tachometer, speedometer, fuel gauge, oil pressure gauge, water temp gauge, transmission temp gauge and battery voltage gauge) in any 03-06 GM listed in this article. Switec X27.168 stepper motors Wikipedia article covering the GM instrument cluster recall (settlement) Used parts source for ordering used parts online

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After being involved in a truck crash and sustaining injuries, you can file a lawsuit against those responsible for the incident. However, in truck collision cases, it is not uncommon for the legal process to take a long time. Why? Because chances are you will be suing more than one party. The lawsuit may be against the truck driver, their employer, the person who loaded the cargo, or those who were responsible for the truck’s maintenance. You may also need to file a claim against the vehicle manufacturer or the company producing the part that failed on the truck. In short, when it comes to truck crashes, multiple parties may hold some form of liability. Click here to read more about which parties these may be, and what legal resources are available to you in truck crash-related cases. What factors may delay the lawsuit? A bevy of different factors may delay a collision lawsuit. Oftentimes, the liability not being clearly identified, or there being injuries that have not yet healed can make a difference. Undetermined, medical treatment plans are another common stumbling block, which is why working with a truck accident attorney may help. Settle any issues that may be holding back your case quickly, for no two truck collisions are the same. Usually, the more extensive the injuries and the greater the damage, the longer the lawsuit. Many cases cannot even end until the victim is fully recovered, and eligible for full compensation. How long do I have to file a claim for a truck accident? Depending on the state where you live or where the accident took place, the statute of limitations usually allows victims a full two years from the date of the accident to file a claim. The reason for this is to make sure that the case is resolved while the evidence still exists. Asking witnesses to give accurate testimonies on something that happened years ago is never an easy task too. When you are working with a truck accident attorney, they will require time to gather all available evidence and put together a strong case for your defense. This means you should contact an attorney as soon as possible after the incident. This will allow them ample time to conduct a thorough investigation into the crash and place the right value on your compensation claim. How else can a truck collision attorney help you? After conducting a thorough investigation, your attorney will likely dig into the truck driver’s background and the company that operates the truck to find anything that can strengthen your case. These types of lawyers know precisely how these companies function. Trucking companies typically rely upon commercial insurance policies that are set to protect them against injury or wrongful death claims after a crash. These insurance policies are backed by experienced lawyers that will do their best to deny your claim for coverage for your injuries and losses. Furthermore, a lawyer may inspect the contents of the black box data on the truck. In it, they may find information on how fast the truck was traveling when the accident took place, how many hours the truck driver had been behind the wheel, and when the last time was that they took a break. Is there anything you can do to help? Your main concern after being injured in a truck accident is to get immediate medical attention and focus on recovering. However, it is also essential that you keep a detailed log of all the medical appointments, treatments, therapies, and procedures you have undergone. Anything pertaining to prescribed pain medications or rehabilitation-related treatment should be recorded as well. Keep a file of all medical bills you have received, those that you have already had to pay, and those that are still pending. If your injuries have prevented you from going to work, keep a file of the income you have lost during this period. This may include commissions and bonuses you have not earned and promotions you have not received. The more information you can provide your lawyer, the faster your truck collision claim will progress. That being said, you can expect your case to take anywhere between a couple of months to a full year to get resolved.

It may sound insane, but soaring fuel prices aren’t hurting SUV sales. To highlight the greatest offers you can get when buying an SUV, we’ve gone through every new SUV car title loan offer made in recent months to determine what is possible. What emerged were a number of low APR offers and a few low-interest financing specials with added bonus funds. However, the majority of these agreements have fairly steep interest rates, which isn’t very appealing to most people. So we kept digging, and what we came up with were the best quick title loan options for December 2022. When to use a title loan A car title loan gives you access to fast cash secured by the title to your automobile. It’s a quick and easy process that allows you to obtain the money you need on the same day. Even borrowers with bad credit can use car title loans or auto title loans to obtain immediate financing. This is due to the title loan provider’s lack of a credit check. 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If you are a motor vehicle dealer, you likely have noticed the enduring popularity of crossovers and SUVs among consumers. As of June 2022, crossovers had the greatest market share in the light vehicle market in the U.S., accounting for 45.1% of sales. While pickups were second with 19.1% of the market, SUVs beat out passenger cars of all sizes at a 10.3% market share. Since fuel prices have been stubbornly high for months, auto dealers might wonder why these larger, less-efficient vehicles are easy to sell. Here are some reasons why SUVs and crossover sales have only increased in popularity. Even when state regulations require SUV and crossover buyers and sellers to remain in good standing with their car dealer bond and license, sales continue to soar in the CUV and SUV market. 1. Drivetrain options SUVs and crossovers typically offer more drivetrain options than sedans. Consumers can opt for front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, allowing them to better handle slick road conditions. 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The manufacturing industry is one of the riskiest industries in which to work. Workers in automotive plants risk suffering safety related injuries from dangers like electricity, heavy machinery, heights, and extreme temperatures. Adequate safety measures and training can lessen these hazards, thus motivating employees to prioritize workplace safety. Here are a few of the top ways to increase worker safety at automotive plants. Conduct training on safe practices and hazard areas First, it’s important to ensure that all employees receive training before starting their jobs. Training should include the proper use of the tools and equipment, correct implementation and care of safety gear, the dangers present at a set workplace, and how to avoid injuries. These precautions will help employees stay safe and remain productive over time. Workers will also need subsequent training on any new procedures, rules, and equipment after their jobs commence. 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This gear will safeguard them from the dangers associated with welding, including electricity, heat, and intense light. Additionally, noise can harm worker safety. The right type of noise reduction equipment will eliminate the risk of hearing damage, which occurs when noise levels become too high over prolonged periods, which is why it’s important to be familiar with NRR. What is NRR? “Noise Reduction Ratings” can vary depending on decibels. NRR can help you find the best noise reduction equipment. Both PPE utilization, and instructions on its effective use should be provided on-site by managers to identify patterns in PPE misusage or non-usage across the workplace. Upgrade plant layout and mitigate common safety threats Modernizing the layout of a factory can reduce a multitude of safety risks. Drip pans, non-slip flooring, and various types of handrails can reduce falls. 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Instrument Sales & Service is here to help if your Chevy Silverado Radio is having display issues or general radio problems like speakers are out. We offer a replacement service for many different years of Chevy Silverado. With over 30 years experience in the automotive business, we can help you fix your factory Chevy Silverado Radio.

If your factory Chevy Silverado radio display isn’t working, it may be because the display is burned out. The most common reason for this is because of a problem with the circuit board. If this is the case, we offer a replacement service for your Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and up.

The radio screen in a Chevy Silverado 1500 vehicle will go out for several reasons – most commonly a blown fuse or maybe if you hit something and knocked a wire loose. It can also be due to a problem with the display itself, or a problem with the circuit board. If you’re screen is not working, we can help figure out what the problem is and get it fixed for you.

Symptoms for this are – no sound when you are in radio mode, static when in any other mode, or no picture on the screen at all. If this describes your Chevy Silverado, please give us a call or bring it by and we’ll take a look at it for you. Or just order a replacement on our website.

The most common problems we see with Chevy Silverado radios are – the screen goes blank, no sound, or static in the speakers. These are all caused by different things, but can be fixed.

Many of the issues we have found are internal or the screen. This will mean you want a professional tech to work on your radio to ensure performance. Also, it’s important to have the right testing equipment to ensure functionality is correct. For this reason, we recommend working with a professional shop like Instrument Sales & Service.

Turn the car on, but don’t start it. Wait about five seconds and then press nine times on the preset buttons one after another, holding it down the whole time.

After about five seconds have elapsed, you should press nine times on the preset buttons one after another and then hold down the power button for about five seconds.

Resetting your radio in a Chevy Silverado may solve your problem of screen issues, but if this does not work, you may have to find a replacement radio for your truck.

After putting your new radio in, you can now reconnect the battery and turn on your radio to test if everything is working properly like steering wheel control, speakers, audio, videos, and GPS.

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Faulty lights, If the lights inside your cluster aren"t working, you may need to replace a bulb. Replacing a light in your truck gauge cluster isn"t a difficult process, but you should know how to test your cluster"s wiring before removing the panel.

In most cases, the reason why gauges are not working in your Silverado is due to the fact that the device has been overloaded by an electrical surge from shorting out your battery or from a faulty alternator.

Modules - If you have a wiring harness with multiple modules and there is a malfunction in one of them it could cause the rest of the gauges to stop working.

The body control module or BCM is responsible for controlling the instrument cluster, if something goes wrong with the BCM it will affect the gauges of your Silverado.

If your Chevy Silverado tachometer, oil pressure gauge, coolant temperature, or other dashboard gauges are not working you may need to troubleshoot them.

There are several gauges and many different control modules and wiring circuits in your Silverado, this makes it difficult to pinpoint the exact issue without a diagnostic scan.

You can usually find the fuse under the hood of your Silverado. It is black in color and it"s labeled with a diagram of your dashboard and the label for your gauges.

If your gauges are still not working after checking the fuses, the circuits, and doing a voltage test then you might have a defective instrument cluster.

If you determine that your instrument cluster or your BCM is okay then you will need to determine whether or not you have a short in your wiring harness.

Truck stuff is what the full-size Chevy Silverado 1500 knows as Monday through Sunday. A 310-hp turbo four-cylinder, two V-8 engines, and a Duramax turbodiesel with 495 pound-feet of torque occupy the Silverado’s wide load of powertrain offerings. While the 6.2-liter V-8 with 420 horsepower, crisp steering, and excellent brake pedal feel enables short bouts of Corvette cosplay, the Silverado’s sometimes rough ride is enough to quickly shake you from that dream. A conservative interior design with so-so material quality are offset by an enormous infotainment screen, though that equipment is only available on some trim levels. The Silverado’s max towing capacity of 13,300 pounds is ahead of its GMC Sierra 1500 sister pickup and the Ram 1500, but trails behind the Ford F-150. In short, this is a highly competitive pick-‘em-up.

While the base-level Work Truck and Custom trims are well-suited for tradespeople and folks on a budget, the LT model is where the fancier interior comes into play, and we think it"s the one to get. We"d also configure our Silverado with the crew cab and standard-length bed for max cargo and passenger space. We"d choose the 5.3-liter V-8 over the optional diesel engine because it"s cheaper and quicker. Unlike the standard turbo-four, the V-8 also lets us select the Z71 Off-Road package with a host of upgraded hardware that makes playing in the dirt and mud easier and more fun.

A range of engines—including a turbocharged four-cylinder, two V-8s, and a Duramax diesel 3.0-liter inline-six—means there"s a Silverado 1500 for any job or adventure. Of the two eight-cylinder engines the 6.2-liter—with 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque—is the quickest, propelling the Silverado High Country we tested to 60 mph in just 5.4 seconds. For comparison, the smaller 355-hp 5.3-liter needed 6.1 seconds. The turbocharged 2.7-liter four-cylinder boasts 420 pound-feet of torque. The diesel-powered Silverado we tested had the slowest acceleration of the bunch, but we were impressed by the engine"s smooth and quiet operation. The 305-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six Duramax now has 495 pound-feet of torque. Every version of the Silverado we"ve driven felt smaller than its size suggests. The truck"s handling is surprisingly agile, and the brake pedal provides firm and reassuring feedback. Those looking for a more rugged half-ton Silverado will appreciate the Trail Boss model. It features a 2.0-inch lift, gnarly tires, and other upgrades that make taking the path less traveled easier and more entertaining. The new ZR2 is the most serious off-roader, and we review it separately.

With a max towing capacity of 13,300 pounds, the half-ton Silverado is a seriously capable hauler. It beats the Ram 1500"s max-tow rating by 550 pounds but trails the F-150"s by 700. Chevy"s top tow rating is accessible with the 6.2-liter V-8, but the 5.3-liter version can still handle as much as 11,500 pounds. Models with the turbocharged four-cylinder can tow up to 9500 pounds. The Chevy pickup"s powertrains matter less when it comes to payload, which ranges from 1870 to 2280 pounds.

Don"t expect the Silverado 1500 to save you money at the fuel pump, but some of its various powertrain options are more efficient than others. The optional diesel is the most economical, with EPA estimates of up to 23 mpg city and 33 mpg. With all-wheel drive, its highway rating drops down to 26 mpg, which we matched on our 75-mph fuel-economy route. Meanwhile, the gas-fed turbo-four with all-wheel drive is rated at up to 20 mpg city and 22 highway. The thriftiest 5.3-liter V-8, all-wheel-drive powertrain is rated up to 16 mpg in the city and 22 mpg on the highway; our real-world testing revealed that it was actually more efficient than the Silverado"s smallest engine, the turbocharged four-cylinder: in our testing the V-8 achieved 21 mpg whereas the turbo-four returned 18 mpg. The 6.2-liter V-8 has city/highway estimates of up to 16/21 mpg, and on our real-world highway test it also proved impressively easy on fuel compared with the turbo-four by delivering 19 mpg. For more information about the Silverado"s fuel economy, visit the EPA"s website.

From the stripped-down Work Truck model to the decked-out High Country, the Silverado can be configured in a multitude of ways. Base models offer nothing but the essentials, including manually adjustable front seats, manual locks and windows, and vinyl seats. However, starting on the LT trim, the cabin is significantly snazzier thanks to a handsomer dashboard design with a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster and a huge center touchscreen. The High Country"s interior looks particularly pretty with its leather upholstery and open-pore wood trim. While the crew cab has an enormous rear seat with generous headroom, we found the cushions back there to be uncomfortable. Still, this is a practical hauler, featuring clever storage cubbies spread throughout the cabin. While the Chevy lacks the carbon-fiber-reinforced cargo bed that"s offered on the half-ton Sierra, it’s now available with a similar multifunction tailgate, dubbed Multi-Flex. Plus, the Chevy"s range of different bed lengths will undoubtedly satisfy traditionalists.

Every Silverado 1500 is equipped with a touchscreen infotainment system that supports Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a mobile hotspot. The physical knobs and buttons make interacting with the system painless, and we appreciated the screen"s prompt responses to our touch inputs. The LT trim and up has a horizontal 13.4-inch touchscreen with enhanced features such as a Google-powered voice assistant, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and available Amazon Alexa integration.

Every Silverado comes with an impressive list of standard driver-assistance technology, and it can be fitted with a host of towing assists that make pulling and hooking up a trailer easier. The top-tier High Country can even be equipped with Super Cruise, GM"s hands-free-driving technology that Chevy says even works while pulling a trailer. For more information about the Silverado"s crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:Standard forward-collision warning and automated emergency braking

Chevy covers the half-ton Silverado with a competitive warranty that doesn’t quite match the lengthy powertrain coverage of the Nissan Titan. However, every Silverado 1500 does get one complimentary scheduled maintenance visit.Limited warranty covers three years or 36,000 miles

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