Speedometer and cruise control are not working

2005 PONTIAC SUNFIRE
93,731 MILES • 2.2L • 4 CYL
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AL VELTING
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My speedometer does not work. I put new speed sensor in and stub motor on the instrument cluster. Everything else works except the speedometer. It jumps a little bit at startup but nothing while driving. Fuses are all good but my cruise control isn't working either. Could anyone please help me solve this problem? it is too expensive to guess fix.
Mar 31, 2019 at 3:05 PM
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Good morning,

Does the odometer work?

If it does, it is internal in the dash. The cluster will have to be removed and repaired.

If it does not, then you need to see if there is a signal coming from the vehicle speed sensor. You will need a scan tool to see if there is a signal.

Once the speedometer is repaired, the cruise will come back on line.

Roy
Apr 1, 2019 at 3:53 AM
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I am here to answer any additional questions to solve the issue.
Apr 1, 2019 at 10:10 AM
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It sounds like the cluster has gone bad and needs to be replaced with a rebuilt or used unit. here is a video of the job being done on a similar car:

https://youtu.be/_HEC44xENxw

Please let us know what you find. We are interested to see what it is.
Apr 1, 2019 at 11:41 AM
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I figured it out this morning. I didn't solder the pins good enough and it came loose. so I resoldered it and it works like a charm. Thank you for replying back.
Apr 1, 2019 at 11:52 AM
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We are always glad to help.

Roy
Apr 1, 2019 at 12:04 PM