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Erratic Speedometer '96 F250

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Old Jun 1, 2007 | 10:04 AM
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Erratic Speedometer '96 F250

I have a 1996 F250. I just recently dropped the steering column to replace my worn shift linkage parts. Upon re-assembling the unit, I found that my speedometer function is erratic . While driving it jumps all over the place in 10 or 20 MPH jumps. I can only assume I did something to a wire while I was under the dash. I have pulled the column twice now and can find nothing that is scrapped or shorted or pinched.

I have also replaced the speed sensor in the rear end, but no difference.

Anyone have any ideas ?

thanks,

Mark
 
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Old Aug 28, 2009 | 11:45 PM
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I also figured this out finally . I damaged the spedo by pulling the column down without all the wires taken off. replaced with junk yard spedoo............. works great.........
 
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