Why are the gauges on my car going crazy?

Why are the gauges on my car going crazy?

When the gauges seem to move erratically, or they are pegged at the highest possible reading, the problem is usually a bad component like an instrument voltage regulator or a bad ground. Erratic gauges, or gauges that seem to read uniformly low, are usually caused by a bad instrument voltage regulator.

Is Lexus still replacing dashboard?

Unfortunately, Toyota and Lexus didn’t live up to their end of the bargain. May 2017 was rapidly approaching, and Toyota had made no effort to repair the dashboards, so consumers sued again. Toyota and Lexus stand behind their original agreement, and nothing has been done.

Where is the instrument panel on a Toyota Camry?

Disconnect the battery’s negative terminal (black lead). Depress the lever on the side of the steering wheel, and tilt it all the way down. Use a small Phillips screwdriver to remove the two screws holding the instrument cluster trim piece in place. These screws are located on the underside of the dashboard, just above the instrument cluster.

Where are the indicator lights on a Toyota Camry?

All indicator lights on the instrument cluster use smaller 74 bulbs (24 total). Plug in the three electrical connectors to the back of the instrument cluster. Position the instrument cluster in the dash, and secure it with the four Phillips screws.

Is there a problem with the Toyota Camry dashboard?

In fact, Toyota was aware of the problem circa December 2011, when Lexus released an information sheet, TSB L-SB-0144-11, revealing that there were some 2006 – 2008 model year vehicles exhibiting sticky interior panels that have a shiny/degraded appearance.

What to do about sticky dash on Toyota Camry?

After treating your dashboard with Sticky Dash Fix, you allegedly won’t need to provide any special maintenance. Soapy water should do the trick. The Toyota Camry Sticky Dash Fix Kit is currently on sale for $39.95. Check it out at stickydashfix.com.