Info screen is acting crazy

[sunrisor]

My '03 XL has a crazy info screen. For the last few months the screen has been randomly changing languages. hour meter/trip odometers-all reset themselves. Odometer seemed to be functioning so I really didn't care that it was flipping languages.

Had a brakline blowout, so replaced the entire brake system, did the steering box and hoses while I was in there. Along the way the battery decided to crap out. It sat for about 4 weeks with no power.

Now, the info screen was flashing on/off, even with the ignition off (key in my hand). Engine running for awhile while I checked for leaks, etc. It doesn't light up randomly now, but the screen is stuck on trip odometer.

I tried to find posts similar to my dilemma but couldn't really find any. Except that it seems the mileage is actually stored in the cluster. I thought it was in one of the BCMs. If that's true, do I need to replace the whole cluster? or can I replace the info screen? I did see a link somewhere to someone who rebuilds them.

 

[HiHoeSilver]

My '03 XL has a crazy info screen. For the last few months the screen has been randomly changing languages. hour meter/trip odometers-all reset themselves. Odometer seemed to be functioning so I really didn't care that it was flipping languages.

Had a brakline blowout, so replaced the entire brake system, did the steering box and hoses while I was in there. Along the way the battery decided to crap out. It sat for about 4 weeks with no power.

Now, the info screen was flashing on/off, even with the ignition off (key in my hand). Engine running for awhile while I checked for leaks, etc. It doesn't light up randomly now, but the screen is stuck on trip odometer.

I tried to find posts similar to my dilemma but couldn't really find any. Except that it seems the mileage is actually stored in the cluster. I thought it was in one of the BCMs. If that's true, do I need to replace the whole cluster? or can I replace the info screen? I did see a link somewhere to someone who rebuilds them.

The milage is in the cluster. Maybe in the ABS module although I have no proof.
There is a solder reflow procedure for the display, although more common on 00-02's.

I would email digital dash solutions with a description of your problem. If anyone has seen this, it's probably them. Keep in mind, though, that they sell clusters for a living.

 

[Tonyrodz]

My '03 XL has a crazy info screen. For the last few months the screen has been randomly changing languages. hour meter/trip odometers-all reset themselves. Odometer seemed to be functioning so I really didn't care that it was flipping languages.

Had a brakline blowout, so replaced the entire brake system, did the steering box and hoses while I was in there. Along the way the battery decided to crap out. It sat for about 4 weeks with no power.

Now, the info screen was flashing on/off, even with the ignition off (key in my hand). Engine running for awhile while I checked for leaks, etc. It doesn't light up randomly now, but the screen is stuck on trip odometer.

I tried to find posts similar to my dilemma but couldn't really find any. Except that it seems the mileage is actually stored in the cluster. I thought it was in one of the BCMs. If that's true, do I need to replace the whole cluster? or can I replace the info screen? I did see a link somewhere to someone who rebuilds them.

@ScottyBoy rebuilds them.

 

[sunrisor]

Thanks!! I just emailed Digital Solutions.

 

[sunrisor]

Update:
Just thought I would complete this one, just in case someone else has the same issue.
I sent my cluster to https://circuitboardmedics.com/
I got their standard repair (no LEDs, trans temp, etc.) and they did a great job. They claimed they would turn it around in 24 hours and they actually did. All the issues I had with the cluster have been fixed. I am definitely a satisfied customer.

 

[Thouse]

Update:
Just thought I would complete this one, just in case someone else has the same issue.
I sent my cluster to https://circuitboardmedics.com/
I got their standard repair (no LEDs, trans temp, etc.) and they did a great job. They claimed they would turn it around in 24 hours and they actually did. All the issues I had with the cluster have been fixed. I am definitely a satisfied customer.

Glad to hear it went well. How hard is the cluster to remove from your dash? I have thought about sending mine out to have the gauge faces replaced (to an esky look). However, I am very much mechanically inept and worry I couldn't remove it.

 

[sunrisor]

It's actually quite easy. The dash cover comes off with no tools required. There are 4 screws holding the cluster in. You have to tilt the steering wheel down all the way, and move the gear selector down all the way too.

There is a video that is very good at showing how to do it. Pretty sure I found it here in one of the threads. With the right search words, you'll probably find it. If I find it, I will post it here.

Maybe someone who read this might know where it's located.

 

[sunrisor]

sorry...either my PC acted weird or the forum acted weird (probably the former). ended up posting twice...

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