Why does my cluster work every once in a while

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1995-2004 Nissan Pathfinder

The second generation Pathfinder was introduced in late 1995 with more rounded styling. It was completely redesigned from the first generation, switching from body on frame construction to unibody construction.

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Turtle Gamer @turtlegamer

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Why does my cluster work every once in a while

Their are times where I turn the car on and the cluster works fine for a while then the cluster gauges stop working and the only thing getting a read is the fuel gauge even tho it's not accurate.

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What is the year model of the vehicle and is it only the gauges or the warning/indicator lights etc as well?

jayeff 의 2023년 2월 24일

It's a 98, the only lights that turn on is service light, battery, door, and oil lights

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What is the year model of the vehicle and is it only the gauges or the warning/indicator lights etc as well? — jayeff
It's a 98, the only lights that turn on is service light, battery, door, and oil lights — Turtle Gamer

Jelly Bean man @jellybeanman 평판: 710 8 · Answer 1 · 2023-02-25T01:20:08-07:00

If you are experiencing issues with the instrument cluster on your 1995-2004 Nissan Pathfinder where the gauges stop working and only the fuel gauge is showing an inaccurate reading, it is possible that there is a problem with the instrument cluster itself or with the wiring/connectors that lead to the cluster.

Here are some possible causes for this issue:

Faulty instrument cluster: Over time, the internal components of the instrument cluster can wear out or become damaged, leading to malfunctions like the ones you are experiencing.
Loose or corroded wiring/connectors: If the wiring or connectors that lead to the instrument cluster are loose, damaged, or corroded, it can cause intermittent issues with the gauges.
Failed speed sensor: The speed sensor is responsible for providing input to the instrument cluster, so if it fails, it can cause the gauges to stop working.
Blown fuse: A blown fuse can cause issues with the instrument cluster, as it may prevent power from reaching the cluster.

To properly diagnose and repair the issue, it is recommended that you take your Nissan Pathfinder to a qualified mechanic or Nissan dealer. They will be able to perform a thorough inspection of the instrument cluster and related components to determine the root cause of the issue, and recommend the appropriate repair or replacement solution.

jayeff @jayeff 평판: 496.4k 11 384 1.5k · Answer 2 · 2023-02-25T22:54:08-07:00

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Hi,

I would check the harness connectors on the instrument cluster are secure.

Here are some images from the 1995 Nissan Pathfinder service manual showing the connectors on the pcb, the wiring diagram and the location of the harness connectors that may help.