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With Conventional Instrument Cluster






The instrument cluster contains swing/point analog gauges, warning lamps and indicator lamps.

The base model comes standard with a 193 kph (120 mph) speedometer and a tachometer that reads from 0-8,000 rpm with the redline at 6,500 rpm. The GT model comes standard with a 225 kph (140 mph) speedometer and a tachometer with the redline at 7,000 rpm. Each model comes standard with an odometer and resettable trip odometer.

Instrument cluster/panel illumination is controlled by the light switch rheostat resistor located on the lower LH side of the instrument panel. The light switch rheostat resistor adjusts the brightness of the instrument cluster as well as all other switches and displays on the instrument panel and console.

The light switch rheostat resistor will not operate when the headlamp switch is in the OFF position.

Instrument Cluster Display Prove Out
The instrument cluster performs a display prove out to verify that all warning/indicator bulbs and monitored systems are functioning properly. When the ignition switch is in the ON position with th9 engine off, the following indicators will illuminate:
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) (check engine)
- Brake warning indicator
- Anti-lock brake warning indicator (if equipped)
- Safety belt warning indicator (60 second prove out)
- Air bag warning indicator

Printed Circuit
The instrument cluster printed circuit supplies current to the instrument panel indicators and gauges. It is made of copper foil bonded to a polyester base film (also referred to as Mylar).

The instrument cluster printed circuit is mounted to the instrument cluster back plate and, due to its location, cannot be easily inspected and/or tested in the vehicle.