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Troubleshooting guide.
Problem
Gauge will not light up
Gauge lights up, but does
not read correctly.
Display will only read
"000 -N-"
Gauge will not dim.
Gauge remains dim at all
times.
SERVICE AND REPAIR
DAKOTA DIGITAL offers complete service and repair of its product line. In addition,
technical consultation is available to help you work through any questions or problems you
may be having installing one of our units.
Should you ever need to send the unit back for repairs, please package the product in a
good quality box along with plenty of packing material. Ship the product by UPS or insured
Parcel Post. Be sure to include a complete description of the problem, your full name and
address (street address preferred), and a telephone number where you can be reached during
the day. An authorization number for products being returned for repair is not needed. Do not
send any money. We will bill you for the repair charges. Any returns for warranty work must
include a copy of the dated invoice or bill of sale.
Possible cause
Red wire does not have
power.
Black wire is not getting
a good ground.
Fuse is blown.
Gauge is damaged.
Loose connection on red
power wire.
Poor ground connection.
Sensor not connected
properly.
Sensor cable is cut or
damaged
Calibration is not correct.
Sensor is damaged.
Gauge is damaged.
Sensor is not connected.
Sensor is not connected
properly.
Poor ground connection.
Signal wire is grounded or
broken.
Sensor is damaged.
Gauge is damaged.
Blue wire is not connected
correctly.
Blue wire is getting power
all of the time.
Battery is very low.
Gauge is damaged.
Solution
Connect to a location that has power
when the key is on.
Connect ground to a different location.
Replace in line fuse. (2 amp only.)
Return gauge for repair. (see instructions)
Reconnect red wire.
Move ground to different location
Make sure that the 6-pin connector is plugged
in to the sensor.
Return sensor for repair. (see instructions)
Repeat calibration procedure.
Return sensor for repair. (see instructions)
Return gauge for repair. (see instructions)
Connect the sensor to the gauge.
Check the connector to make sure it is
aligned properly and tight.
Move ground to different location
Inspect sensor cable for cuts or abrasions.
Return sensor for repair. (see instructions)
Return gauge for repair. (see instructions)
Check wiring connections.
Connect blue wire to location that only
has power when the headlights are on.
Recharge or replace vehicle battery.
Return gauge for repair. (contact factory)
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