Instrument cluster fire

[Jojojoshhart]

Last week I woke up to a fire in my instrument cluster. Upon inspection it was caused by a previous owner placing an aftermarket alarm system ( that shorted) directly to the ignition. 53 splices later and some new junkyard parts INCLUDING A BEW INSTRUMENT CLUSTER I have repaired all visible damage and have the van running. but I do have an abs esp and traction control light on. Which leads me to my question, did I miss a connection, install wheel position sensor wrong, or is it possible that these codes are tied to my instrument cluster of the donor van. In need of someone smart!

 

[irvingj]

Holy %$#, Batman!!

 

[220629]

WOW!!

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... or is it possible that these codes are tied to my instrument cluster of the donor van.

I believe that DTC's can stay with/follow used replacement parts. I recall someone installing a used shifter module which brought some erroneous DTC's with it.

Another possibility is ECM/new part compatibility/programming. 2004 models have a history of needing a new Instrument Cluster IC after the T21 recall is performed.

A basic question, but worth asking. Have you tried clearing the DTC's?

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In need of someone smart!

That search continues.

vic

 

[Jojojoshhart]

WOW!!


I believe that DTC's can stay with/follow used replacement parts. I recall someone installing a used shifter module which brought some erroneous DTC's with it.

Another possibility is ECM/new part compatibility/programming. 2004 models have a history of needing a new Instrument Cluster IC after the T21 recall is performed.

A basic question, but worth asking. Have you tried clearing the DTC's?


That search continues.

vic

I have reset DTC’s but maybe with a better scanner I can look at ESP codes. I won’t rule out codes from the donor van.

thank you!

 

[Nautamaran]

Was the steering angle sensor recalibrated? It may throw those systems off... I had these lamps come on together randomly; cleaning ground connections and Fuse Box #1 put that into remission.
(Disclaimer: I’m not that smart either...)

-dave

 

[billintomahawk]

You should be able to read both rear wheel speeds as live data while driving.
Probably in the transmission module.

Do the wheel speeds match?

bill in tomahawk

 

[Midwestdrifter]

The code will give you a place to look. There is probably 10 or so possible faults that come to mind.

Also, that van was minutes from a total loss fire...

 

[220629]

I have reset DTC’s but maybe with a better scanner I can look at ESP codes.
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Depending upon the DTC's a generic scan tool may not actually clear the DTC's. If the DTC's reside in the TCM then access to the TCM module itself may be necessary. A generic scan tool may be displaying companion/informational DTC's.

Generally it is best to use a Sprinter friendly scan tool. A generic tool can lead you down the garden path with incomplete information.

vic

 

[Jojojoshhart]

Still fighting this battle, found a proper snap on scan tool and it said that’s the steering wheel sensor was not calibrated. Does the dealer have to do this? Does anyone have experience calibrating?

 

[Nautamaran]

Service manual just says “Recalibrate the steering angle sensor using the scan tool.” so if your Snapon doesn’t have a function for it, I’m guessing you’re heading to a capable shop or dealer.

-dave
(maybe I am that smart after all? ?)