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Self-Test Mode

  1. Test 1. This test checks micro-computer. Odometer display has software revision level, options, and test number. Replace speedometer/odometer module if fail is indicated.
  2. Test 2. This step checks hot/cold start circuit. If fail is indicated, replace speedometer/odometer module.
  3. Test 3. This test checks LCD driver frequency. Ignore fail (if indicated). This test is for factory use only.
  4. Test 4. This test checks speed input. Ignore fail (if indicated). This test is for factory use only.
  5. Test 5. This test checks for errors in odometer memory. Odometer is unusable only if all memory locations are bad and "Error" is displayed in odometer. Ignore fail (if indicated). This test is for factory use only.
  6. Test 6. This step checks switch input. Ignore fail (if indicated). This test is for factory use only.
  7. Test 7. This step checks trip odometer memory. Old mileage is lost. Replace speedometer/odometer if fail is indicated.
  8. Test 8. This test checks thermistor. Ignore fail (if indicated). This test is for factory use only.
  9. Test 9. Nine different display patterns appear to check segments. See Speedometer/Odometer Module Self-Test Test 9 Displays.
  10. Test 10. Speedometer/odometer self-test passes if all display segments come on, go out, and then return to normal operation. See Speedometer/Odometer Module Self-Test Test 9 Displays.
Fig 1: Speedometer/Odometer Mod. Self-Test Test 9 Displays (1 of 3)
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Fig 2: Speedometer/Odometer Mod. Self-Test Test 9 Displays (2 of 3)
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Fig 3: Speedometer/Odometer Mod. Self-Test Test 9 Displays (3 of 3)
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Fig 4: Speedometer/Odometer Module Self-Test Test 9 Displays (Cont.)
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