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SVT gauges in a '95. This is what happens. READ #687651 07/10/03 02:17 PM
Joined: Sep 2002 Posts: 1,150 Fox Lake, WI B blu_fuz OP Hard-core CEG\'er
OP blu_fuz Hard-core CEG\'er B Joined: Sep 2002 Posts: 1,150 Fox Lake, WI	I just swapped the cluster from a svt into my '95 tour v6 mtx non-cable driven. This is what happens: RPMs - GOOD TEMP - GOOD SPEEDO - Reads mileage but needle does not move. GAS - Needle reads backwards - full means empty and vis versa AND airbag light stays on.... So anyone trying this, here is a heads up! EGPLNT:MY 95' SE MTX SVT 200,000 MILE CLUB 6/06/06 - 201,000 MILES

Re: SVT gauges in a '95. This is what happens. READ #687652 07/10/03 03:16 PM
Joined: Nov 2002 Posts: 8,143 AZ I IonNinja Hard-core CEG'er
IonNinja Hard-core CEG'er I Joined: Nov 2002 Posts: 8,143 AZ	it wouldn't be right regardless since the SVT cluster goes to 160...I think that would have some effect on it if the needle did move IonNinja 2005 Saturn ION-2 Sedan 1996 Ford Contour GL - Collecting dust...Zetec project anyone?

Re: SVT gauges in a '95. This is what happens. READ #687653 07/10/03 04:18 PM
Joined: Sep 2002 Posts: 1,150 Fox Lake, WI B blu_fuz OP Hard-core CEG\'er
OP blu_fuz Hard-core CEG\'er B Joined: Sep 2002 Posts: 1,150 Fox Lake, WI	Oh, I know that already.... I was just going to make little tick marks on the gauge so I knew what speed I was going if it did work... I went up to 80 mph based on 3rd gear rpm limits and still no movement.... This is just for an fyi for anyone.... I bought el-glow gauges and took the needles off the svt gauges so I have the red/white combo - looks sharp - what gauges do you have in your tour? EGPLNT:MY 95' SE MTX SVT 200,000 MILE CLUB 6/06/06 - 201,000 MILES

Re: SVT gauges in a '95. This is what happens. READ #687654 07/10/03 04:46 PM
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LUK A LYK Veteran CEG\'er L Joined: Aug 2002 Posts: 648 Cockeysville, Maryland	no...a 98+ cluster will not work with a pre-98 car. ive tried. had the same results as you my friend. PRIME-TOUR You're fired! I write the books here! ~Tom~

Re: SVT gauges in a '95. This is what happens. READ #687655 07/10/03 07:57 PM
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Mondeo V6 CEG\'er M Joined: Aug 2002 Posts: 339 England UK	Is the PCB different or the actual speedo?? Wonder if you could just pop the speedo and all other dials out and utilise your original PCB?? I'm sure someone on here managed to do it........... Mondeo V6 RS RS Bodykit RS Lowered SVT UIM SVT TB SVT LIM Philips 6000K HID ZENON Twin Stainless Exhaust

Re: SVT gauges in a '95. This is what happens. READ #687656 07/13/03 07:42 AM
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TheGSRGuy_dup2 CEG\'er T Joined: Mar 2001 Posts: 464 The land of B18s	SVT uses different vehicle speed sensors. Dan Acura Integra GS-R w/mods Former owner of a 95 SE

Re: SVT gauges in a '95. This is what happens. READ #687657 07/14/03 02:48 AM
Joined: Sep 2000 Posts: 7,025 Fort Wayne, IN B beyondloadedSE_dup1 Hard-core CEG'er
beyondloadedSE_dup1 Hard-core CEG'er B Joined: Sep 2000 Posts: 7,025 Fort Wayne, IN	yes, a post 98 cluster will work in a pre 98 car...just not a 95. i have the full svt cluster and it works without any problems. Jim Hahn 1996 T-Red Contour SE Reborn 4/6/04 3.0L swap and Arizona Dyno Chip Turbo Kit 364 whp, 410 wtq @ 4,700 rpm

Re: SVT gauges in a '95. This is what happens. READ #687658 07/14/03 10:06 AM
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Mondeo V6 CEG\'er M Joined: Aug 2002 Posts: 339 England UK	Originally posted by beyondloadedSE: yes, a post 98 cluster will work in a pre 98 car...just not a 95. i have the full svt cluster and it works without any problems. i've just got a set off ebay,my car is a '96,is there any danger of frying something by just plugging them in?? anything i can check prior to doing this?? thanks...... Mondeo V6 RS RS Bodykit RS Lowered SVT UIM SVT TB SVT LIM Philips 6000K HID ZENON Twin Stainless Exhaust

Re: SVT gauges in a '95. This is what happens. READ #687659 07/14/03 02:33 PM
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BK4293_dup1 Addicted CEG\'er B Joined: Apr 2001 Posts: 9,442 Chicago	Originally posted by blu_fuz: I just swapped the cluster from a svt into my '95 tour v6 mtx non-cable driven. This is what happens: RPMs - GOOD TEMP - GOOD SPEEDO - Reads mileage but needle does not move. GAS - Needle reads backwards - full means empty and vis versa AND airbag light stays on.... So anyone trying this, here is a heads up! Exact same thing happened to me when I tried to install a pre-98 cluster in my 99SE. So I bought a new one (or at least a used one) for $45.00 shipped to my door from a junkyard in TN. that I found on http://www.car-parts.com www.ChicagoCEG.com 2006 White Grand Prix

Re: SVT gauges in a '95. This is what happens. READ #687660 07/14/03 03:22 PM
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Mondeo V6 CEG\'er M Joined: Aug 2002 Posts: 339 England UK	doh! I guess the only way i will know is when i plug the things in why would some cars accept a later cluster but others don't?? Mondeo V6 RS RS Bodykit RS Lowered SVT UIM SVT TB SVT LIM Philips 6000K HID ZENON Twin Stainless Exhaust

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