Instrument cluster stopped working

Tiny
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  • 1994 CADILLAC FLEETWOOD
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Instrument cluster not working, went dark cant see anything.
Tuesday, October 15th, 2019 AT 3:00 AM

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Tiny
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Good morning.

I attached a diagram of the cluster. I showed 2 fuses that power the cluster. Check the fuses listed for power on both sides with the key on. This is not a visual test, this is a voltage test at the fuse itself.

Roy
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Tuesday, October 15th, 2019 AT 3:08 AM
Tiny
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Okay, so I did the check the fuses with the key on at the HVAC fuse. I have 12
at the corner fuse nothing.
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Tuesday, October 15th, 2019 AT 6:12 AM
Tiny
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The headlights need to be on for the corner light fuse to get power.

Did you check both sides of the fuse for power to be sure th fuse is good?

If you did, then chances are the cluster is dead.

Roy

1. Remove instrument panel left sound insulator assembly.
2. Remove instrument panel driver knee bolster deflector.
3. Remove steering column tilt lever assembly.
4. Remove cluster trim plate.
5. Disconnect transmission shift indicator cable.
6. Remove instrument cluster attaching screws, Fig. 16 then remove cluster.
7. Reverse procedure to install.
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Tuesday, October 15th, 2019 AT 6:46 AM
Tiny
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Yes, I did check with the lights on and have power then so if the cluster is dead can it be fixed?
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Tuesday, October 15th, 2019 AT 8:27 AM
Tiny
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Yes, there are places that advertise if you send them your cluster they will repair it and send it back to you.

I have used them before and it works great. That way you keep the mileage the same. Replacing with used or new either starts from the beginning again or is much higher than the old one.

Roy
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Tuesday, October 15th, 2019 AT 8:29 AM
Tiny
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Thank you for all your help.
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Tuesday, October 15th, 2019 AT 8:33 AM
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You are welcome.

Always glad to help.

Roy
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Tuesday, October 15th, 2019 AT 8:38 AM

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