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Overhead Compass/Temp Fix

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by misc, Nov 9, 2008.

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  1. Feb 17, 2010 at 8:13 AM
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    My 06 Taco had the same problem. I repaired the 510, and it fixed the problem. Thanks so much!!
     
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  2. Feb 19, 2010 at 7:03 AM
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    Wooohoo! That fixed it! Thanks for the instructions & pictures.
     
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  3. Feb 19, 2010 at 7:08 AM
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    This is a GREAT thread... Saved us all a lot of money.
     
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  4. Feb 19, 2010 at 3:06 PM
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    WOW... that was easy!! lmao just did this fix in 15 minutes and only cost 8 bucks!! FU stealership!!
     
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  5. Feb 23, 2010 at 11:38 AM
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    You may want to try and replace the 510 resistors. I don't remember the SMT resistor code but you probably could google it. Anyway, if you know the resistor code you can take an ohm meter and check the resistors. Also, while you're in there you might as well check the other resistors.
     
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  6. Feb 23, 2010 at 11:43 AM
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    It could be a cold solder joint. May want to try and remove the solder with a solder wick, then re-solder.
     
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  7. Feb 25, 2010 at 4:49 PM
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    Excellent write up - stumbled upon it, same issue!

    I didn't have any visible problems under a magnifine glass, so if you have an issue locating the bad solder joint, you can always strip down to the board, plug it back in and press on each component until you find the faulty one...

    Always be sure to ground yourslef properly so you dont damage components with ESD (electrostatic discharge) :)

    Thanks mucho!!!

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  8. Feb 25, 2010 at 4:50 PM
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    Welcome KwanX. Nice truck!
     
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  9. Feb 26, 2010 at 7:05 PM
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    great ad... fixed mine too saved me from having to go to the damn dealership!!
     
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  10. Feb 27, 2010 at 12:20 PM
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    I just fixed mine. Its been out for months until I saw this posting. The resistors are so tiny and if you dont have a 20/20 vision you may need to use a magnifying glass to see them clearly. Thanks for this excellent write-up. Saved a lot of money.
     
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  11. Feb 27, 2010 at 1:49 PM
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    Finally got around to fixing mine this morning after having it sit dark for months. Gave me an excuse to buy a new soldering iron too. :D
     
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  12. Feb 28, 2010 at 9:47 AM
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    I have a 2008 double cab base model taco. Anybody know if if I bought a overhead temp and compass on ebay, if my truck is prewired for it?
     
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  13. Mar 2, 2010 at 9:52 AM
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    Quick question for you Taco guru's... I fixed my overhead compass/temp gauge and I did as the DIY said and yes it does work but it seems to be reading SE when I am traveling S and it reads S when I'm traveling SW... Any suggestions or is it my imagination playing games on me since I hadn't had my compass working for the longest time... Has anyone else had this problem?
     
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  14. Mar 2, 2010 at 10:00 AM
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    mine was a little off right after I fixed it but it seemed to orient itself. Also, look in the manual for directions on how to do this manually. You have to find a large empty parking lot and drive in a couple of circles...
     
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  15. Mar 2, 2010 at 11:53 AM
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    Thanks tarandus... Seems like that is going to be the way to fix it, I honestly didn't know that those compasses could be calibrated... All I can seem to say to myself now is DUH! I should have looked in the owners manual first... Sorry I'm a newbie at this.

    P.S. Thanks again...
     
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  16. Mar 2, 2010 at 11:55 AM
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    I've had to do this 3 times since i've owned my truck... :mad:
    At least its easy and free :laugh:
     
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  17. Mar 2, 2010 at 12:46 PM
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    Glad it worked out.
     
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  18. Mar 3, 2010 at 8:45 AM
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    this post was the reason I joined this board!!! Mine stopped working and after googling the question I found you guys. This was way easier than I expected and mine works great now. Thanks gentlemen!
     
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  19. Mar 3, 2010 at 4:13 PM
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    That is exactly what my answer was. It's kinda crazy to drive in a circle, but it works. Simple, free. I had to recalibrate when I replaced the Tacoma's battery. :cool:
     
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  20. Mar 12, 2010 at 7:32 PM
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    wow your a genius i just fixed mine using this thread 2908890127340987109234 reps for u thanks
     
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