overhead console
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overhead console
hi guys, got a small problem I have to take down my overhead console to fix my compass and mpg readout message center it was not working when i got the truck so i am going to fix it my self. but dont know how to get at it yet my overhead has a/c controles ***** on it I am not sure what to do first on this tear down if some one tell how me to get the console down and the message center out maybe i can find somebody fix it or maybe i can try just dont know what to do first help please !!!!
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Yes, one screw holds the overhead console
Yes, there is one screw under one of the two flip down doors (for the garage door opener, or the sunglass holder). It will pull down with a few quick tugs on the front and back. You might use a small bungee cord afterwards to
hold the console without placing too much tension on the wiring. There are just a few wiring connectors to unclip, and the console will drop down easily.
There are no push-pull cables like in the "old days" for the AC/heater controls. I've had to replace the "lie-o-meter" as they call it on my 2003.
Although mine is pretty accurate, so I didn't hesitate to get a replacement. Found it right here on this forum from one of the other members. There is a fix mentioned if you do a forum search, just didn't work for my issue.
Good luck.
George
hold the console without placing too much tension on the wiring. There are just a few wiring connectors to unclip, and the console will drop down easily.
There are no push-pull cables like in the "old days" for the AC/heater controls. I've had to replace the "lie-o-meter" as they call it on my 2003.
Although mine is pretty accurate, so I didn't hesitate to get a replacement. Found it right here on this forum from one of the other members. There is a fix mentioned if you do a forum search, just didn't work for my issue.
Good luck.
George
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No, one screw DOESN'T hold the console. The front has those push-fit clips, while the back has a piece of plastic that goes into a guide. Pull down the front and it slides forward a tad to come out of the guide. Unplug the connectors and "Bob's your Uncle". The thing only weighs about a pound (maybe). It will not put any undue stress on the wiring if you let it hang.
Okay...on edit... this is how it was on my 2000 and my current 05. Maybe they changed something in the middle years.
Okay...on edit... this is how it was on my 2000 and my current 05. Maybe they changed something in the middle years.
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Hi guys thanks for all the help on the fix on my overhead what all do you take apart to get to chips you are talking about soldered. I also find I place on ebay where you can send your unit to him and he will repair it better than it was he will do it for 85 dolllars or so he says first i am going to try to fix my unit. thank for your help
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I just did the fix to my overhead console computer last night...Radios Shack 15w soldering iron and some .015 silver solder..$15...soldered one 680 chip that was loose on one end and bang...works like a champ...thanks for all the help from this board.
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Do you have this guys name on Ebay? I tried doing mine,and I just gave up on it.
Hi guys thanks for all the help on the fix on my overhead what all do you take apart to get to chips you are talking about soldered. I also find I place on ebay where you can send your unit to him and he will repair it better than it was he will do it for 85 dolllars or so he says first i am going to try to fix my unit. thank for your help
