1990 Honda Accord speedometer

1990 HONDA ACCORD
72,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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QUAN220
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Hi, I was given this car which is in perfect shape and has very low mileage on it. I have invested arount $300.00 so far to have a fuel line leak fixed, power steering line replaced and a new alternator installed. Car runs great and a pleasure to drive but I have still to get one thing fixed or replaced and that is the speedometer. It wasn't working when I was given the car and my friend says it wasn't working for at least the last year that he had it. I am wondering if there is a censor or fuse to this part that may be faulty or if the wiring may be no good or come loose. The dial at present is all the way to the right pointing down past all speed indications. Would like your advise prior to me spending alot of money to have someone tell me what I suspect or having to replace the unit for no reason. Thanks in advance and looking forward to your reply.

Rob, Montreal, Canada
May 30, 2008 at 5:53 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

If the odometer is working but not the speedo section it will be the gauge and a second hand instrument cluster will be the cheapest fix, if nothing is working then the cable if it is cable driven or a speed sensor in th gear box.

Mark (mhpautos)
May 31, 2008 at 3:52 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi quan22,

One more thing to add, sometimes current surge such as leaving the ignition on during installation of battery or jump starting will send the needle over max and it will not return. Just push the needle back to zero and it might work.
May 31, 2008 at 7:36 AM
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