Odometer broke today, i hit the trip and it worked for 3/10 of a mile then died again..
07-05-2008, 06:05 PM
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Odometer broke today, i hit the trip and it worked for 3/10 of a mile then died again..
I searched the forum, looks like it could be a gear in the IC?
I need to take out my IC and re solder the joints because of the warning bulb light, so is it most likely going to be a problem inside the IC? Or can it be the cable, i didnt find much STFA any links to fixing would be great thanks a lot.
I need to take out my IC and re solder the joints because of the warning bulb light, so is it most likely going to be a problem inside the IC? Or can it be the cable, i didnt find much STFA any links to fixing would be great thanks a lot.
07-05-2008, 06:26 PM
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most likely the gear, Its usualy the tiny 15 tooth gear...
It can be a pain to take apart the cluster. I did this on my 90 and while I was able to replace the gear and get the ODO working I would up breaking other things in the cluster. I got one from force5 auto for $50 IIRC
07-05-2008, 08:02 PM
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Doh! That usually does it. With any older Audi w/mechanical odo it's best to reset when the car...
...is stationary. Puts a lot less stress on the gear that breaks.
07-05-2008, 08:37 PM
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well, i hadnt hit it for a long time. and when i did on my reacent fill up i was stopped.
I hit it today (once it was already broken) while moving, so i dont think that caused it, but when i fix it ill never do it while moving thanks for the tip.
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Re: what did you end up breaking? is it worth a try or should i just order one?
Well it was my first time messing with the cluster and I wound up losing the gear that moves the fuel gauge.
This was also on a 90q cluster so things are a little more cramped.
I think the website I got the gear off of was odometergears.com, If you want to go that way I will find the web adress. {BTW the gear is about 30$ shipped}
Also my gear went the same way, and then I stupidly did the exact same thing in my volvo 850 a week later
This was also on a 90q cluster so things are a little more cramped.
I think the website I got the gear off of was odometergears.com, If you want to go that way I will find the web adress. {BTW the gear is about 30$ shipped}
Also my gear went the same way, and then I stupidly did the exact same thing in my volvo 850 a week later
07-05-2008, 10:09 PM
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Wow 30 bucks for a plastic gear. ill replace it and hope for an...
easy removal, since i have to resolder stuff anyway im not too upset, and the Odo broke before i hit the trip so i dont think it cause it, i just tried hitting it once it wasnt working, it went to 135 on my current tank of gas then stopped so oh well. my old 5000 was broken at 150k or so too.
Do i need the 15 spoke gear, that pod gear, or is ours a mechanical gear? seems like i need to get in there and see whats broken before i order anyway.
Do you glue the gear in place or does it snap on? will i need any certain tool or supplies?<ul><li><a href="http://www.odometergears.com/audi.html">http://www.odometergears.com/audi.html</a</li></ul>
Do i need the 15 spoke gear, that pod gear, or is ours a mechanical gear? seems like i need to get in there and see whats broken before i order anyway.
Do you glue the gear in place or does it snap on? will i need any certain tool or supplies?<ul><li><a href="http://www.odometergears.com/audi.html">http://www.odometergears.com/audi.html</a</li></ul>
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