Thread: speedo not working properly

From the sounds that is right - but make sure it is properly engaged at the back of the speedo and also at the join. Also note that last new lower cable I got, the socket for the top inner bit to plug into was made of plastic - and was split when I got it - made a new bit out of steel.

John

Originally Posted by mattmac

For the past few weeks my speedo has been playing up -it would be normal then jump around erratically and now makes a constant ticking noise-I assume the end that slots into back of speedo has rounded off and no longer engages the drive. Looks like a two piece type that connects in engine bay near bulkhead so i guess i can just replace that piece rather than buy a whole cable.

The perenties should have a 1 piece cable. If it doesn't I would recommend you get one as they are a lot less trouble than the 2 piece ones fitted to countys. Get back to me if you want the part number.

I think they used a 2 piece for the wiring to go to dash mounted odometer.

got it sorted now as wasn't engaging properly at rear of speedo because the cable had a cable tie around it where it joins in engine bay-once removed i could push the cable thru firewall enough to engage properly- good to know if i'm over the speed limit now!