Instrument Cluster: Description: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The instrument cluster electronically drives the speedometer, odometer, fuel/temperature gauges, and tachometer. On the back of the cluster are two self-docking connectors, a 26-way and a 10-way.

All the indicators are located within the three gauges:

Speedometer
Tachometer
Fuel/Temperature Gauge

This is a smart cluster and used to control many Body Control Module (BCM) functions.

The purpose of the instrument cluster gauges and indicator lamps is to keep the driver informed about the operating condition of the vehicle. If an abnormal condition occurs, the driver is informed by indicator lamp and a chime. The driver can seek service before damage occurs.

The instrument cluster has warning lamps and indicators for the following systems:

Airbag
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) if equipped
Brake Warning
Charging System
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) (1.6L only)
Engine Temperature
Front Fog Lamps (if equipped)
High Beam
Liftgate Ajar
Low Fuel
Low Oil Pressure
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) (Service Engine Soon)
Rear Fog Lamps (Export)
Seat Belt Warning
Security System
Trac-Off (if equipped)
Wait To Start (Diesel Export Only)

The instrument cluster has a Vacuum Fluorescent (VF) display for the following systems:

Cruise
Door (ajar)
Odometer
Trac (if equipped)
Trip
PRNDL (Autostick Only)