METERS AND GAUGES - Specifications

METERS AND GAUGES

SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
METERS AND GAUGES

Items Specifications

Speedometer
Tw Electromagnetic type
Tachometer
Twe Pulse type
Detection source Ignition coil
Fuel gauge
Type Bimetal type (voltage limiter incorporated for 7V)
Fuel gauge unit
Tw Variable resistance type
Engine coolant temperature gauge
Vw Bimetal type (7V operation)
Engine coolant temperature gauge unit
Type Thermistor type
Oil pressure gauge
Twe Bimetal type
Oil pressure gauge unit
Type Bimetal type
Inclinometer
Tw Gravity type
Damping system Oil-filled system
Voltage meter
Twe Bimetal type

INDICATOR AND WARNING LIGHTS

Items Specifications

Turn signal indicator lights W 1.4 (74)

High beam indicator light W 1.4 (74)
Door-ajar warning light W 1.4 (741
Fasten seat belt indicator W 1.4 (74)
Brake warning light W 1.4 (74)
Charging warning light W 1.4 (74)
4WD indicator light W 1.4 (74)
Maintenance required warning light W 1.4 (74)
Check engine warning light W 3.4 (158)
PJF oil temperature warning light W 1.4 (74)
Overdrive indicator light W 1.4 (74)
Freewheeling hub light W 1.4 (74)

NOTE
The values parentheses denote SAE grade numbers.
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BUZZER

Items Specifications

Range of voltage used V IO-16

While buzzing (Terminal voltage at 13V)
Sound pressure dB 5357
Fundamental frequency Hz 900+150

SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS
terns Specifications

Standard values
Speedometer indication error mph
20 2:
40 2;
60 23”
80 ‘:
100 rp
Tachometer indication error rpm
1,000 rpm +100
3,000 rpm +150
5,000 rpm k25Om
Fuel gauge resistance value a
Between terminals 1 (power supply) and 2 (fuel gauge unit) 55
Between terminals 2 (fuel gauge unit) and 3 (ground) 165
Between terminals 1 (power supply) and 3 (ground) 110
Fuel gauge unit resistance value n
Float point “F” l-5
Float point I E” 103-l 17
Fuel gauge unit float position mm (in.)
2.6L Engine
Float point “F” 11-13 (.43-.51)
Float point “E” 180-182 (7.09-7.17)
3.OL Engine (2door vehicles)
Float point “F” 9-11 (.35-.43)
Float point “E” 229-231 (9.02-9.09)
3.OL Engine &door vehicles)
Float point “F” 15-17 (.59-.67)
Float point “E” 224-226 (8.82-8.90)
Engine coolant temperature gauge resistance value R
Between terminals 1 (power supply) 55
and 2 (water temperature gauge unit)
Oil pressure gauge resistance value CI Approx. 50
Voltage meter resistance value fi 380=460
Voltage meter indication V
IOV +0.5-
16V -t-O.5

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TROUBLESHOOTING
METER CIRCUIT
OPERATION
Fuel Gauge Oil-pressure gauge
When the ignition switch is turned to “ON”, With the ignition key at the “ON” position,
current flows through fuse No. 3 fuel gauge, current flows to fuse No. 3, oil-pressure
fuel gauge unit and ground, in turn operating gauge, the Oil-pressure gauge unit, and
the fuel gauge. ground, and the oil-pressure gauge is acti-
When fuel level is high, the fuel gauge unit vated.
internal resistance is small so that the current When the oil pressure is high, the contacts
passing through the circuit is relatively large. (within the unit) close for a long time, with the
This causes the gauge pointer to swing to- result that the amount of current flowing
wards “F”. through the circuit is great, and the gauge’s
When fuel level becomes low, the unit internal indicator indicates at the high-pressure area.
resistance is increased, so only a small current With the oil pressure is low, the contacts
flows the circuit and the gauge pointer swings (within the unit) open for a short time, with
towards “E”. the result that the amount of current flowing
Inside the fuel gauge, there is a voltage limiter through the circuit is low, and the gauge’s
which functions to maintain a constant output indicator indicates at the low-pressure area.
voltage (at 7V) to the gauge units (fuel gauge
unit and engine coolant temperature gauge Brake Warning Light
unit).
l When the ignition switch is turned to “ON”
and before the engine starts, current flows
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge through fuse No. 3, brake warning light, alter-
When the ignition switch is turned to “ON”, nator and ground. The brake warning light
current flows through fuse No. 3, engine goes on and stays on until the engine starts.
coolant temperature gauge, engine coolant The light goes off once the engine starts.
temperature gauge unit, and ground, in turn, Burnt-out bulb check.
operating the engine coolant temperature l If the brake fluid level falls below the preset
gauge. level or the parking brake is applied, the brake
When coolant temperature is high, the gauge fluid level sensor switch or the parking brake
unit internal resistance is small so that the switch contacts close. This causes current to
current passing through the circuit is relatively flow through the brake warning light and brake
large. This causes the gauge pointer to swing fluid level sensor or parking brake switch to
towards “H”. ground, causing the warning light to go on.
When coolant temperature is low, the unit
internal resistance is increased so a small
current flows in the circuit, and the gauge
pointer swings towards “C”.

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METER ClRCUlT
CIRCUIT DIAGRAM <2.6L Engine>

@jay
@f
Multi-purpose fuse

To seat belt wammg I

timer
[Refer to P.8-84.1
To seat belt warning
buzzer [Refer to P.8-84.1
Toaltemator [Refer to P&51.1
To dimmer, passing
switch and light control
Irelay [Refer to P.8-64.1
To dome light
[Refer to P.8-78.
To door switch
[Refer to P.8-78.1

Combination meter

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Wiring color code

B: Black Br: Brown G: Green
LI: Light blue 0: Orange P: Pink

Gr: Gray L: Blue Lg: Light green

R: Red Y: Yellow W: White

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Oil pressure
gauge unit

El
4WD
indicator switch

El

I II-II 1 Parking brake

I I 1 1 1 IC! switch El

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Remarks
(1) For information concerning the ground points
(example: q ), refer to PB-12.
(2) The symbols @), Q, etc. indicate that the wiring
is connected (using the same numerical symbol1
to the facing page.
(In other words, @ on the right page is
Combination gauge connected to @I on the left page.)

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METER CIRCUIT
CIRCUIT DWGRAM <3.OL Engine> y . m
B EB
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$kin fusible 3-R m3-R ACC
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cl? To light control relay e 3-R C-66
[Refer to P.8-65.1
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@j Multi-purpose fuse

buzzer [Refer to P.8-84.1

To alternator
[Refer to P.8-51 .I
To dimmer, passing
witch and light control
clay [Refer to P.8-65.1
To dome light
[Refer to P.8-78.1
To door switch

Dioc

Combination meter

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Wiring color code

B: Black Br: Brown G: Green
LI: Light blue 0: Orange P: Pink

IEd g”R2;y L: Blue

Y: Yellow
Lg: Light green
W: White
Oil pressure
gauge unit

indicator switch

Q 0.85-B ! ! -+!
WI, To cigarette lighter
BY I I [Refer to P.8-94.1
04 In\ ! I I
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Parking brake
$: 1".25-GB switch al
-9.

Remarks
(1) For information concerning the ground points
(example: ,)Ffer to P.814.
(2) The symbo s 1 , Q, etc. Indicate that the witin
9
.-is connected
AL- *__:_- usrng the same numerical symbo 1
Dage.
iIs,-@ on the right page is
Combination ga we connected to @ on the left page.)

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SERVICE ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES

SPEEDOMETER INSPECTION NwilAFa
NOTE
if there is a special regulation for speedometer -indicator
difference in the area where the vehicle is operated, be sure
to meet the requirement of the regulation.
(1) Adjust tire inflation pressure to the standard value. (Refer
to GROUP 22 - General Specifications.)
(2) Use speedometer tester to check indicator difference.
Caution
When checking with speedometer tester, block
nonoperating wheels to prevent vehicle moving.

TACHOMETER INSPECTION <2.6L Engine> ~08nm~

Connect a tachdwell meter, and then compare the meter
readings at various engine speeds with the values indicated
on the tachometer.
Standard value:
1,000 rpm flO0 rpm
3,000 rpm +I50 rpm
5,000 rpm +250 rpm
Caution
The tachometer is the negative-ground type, and there-
Tachodweil meter
fore should not be connected in reverse polarity to the
battery. If the tachometer is connected in reverse polar-
ity, the transistors and diodes will be damaged.

TACHOMETER INSPECTION <3.OL Engine> N(YM~

(I) Insert paper clip on 1 pin connector (from harness side)
located between the ignition coil (primary side) and LC
filter.
Caution
Insert paper clip along terminal wall as illustrated.

Female pin
(Insert opposite $%%ck
side of lock retainer side)
retainer) OlLozm
(2) Connect a tachodwell meter to paper clip. Compare the
tachodwell meter reading with the tachometer reading at
each engine speed and check that the error is within the
standard value.
Standard value:
1,000 rpm +I00 rpm
3,000 rpm *I50 rpm
5,000 rpm 5250 rpm
Caution
The tachometer is the negative-ground type, and
therefore should not be connected in reverse to the
battery. If the tachometer is connected in reverse,
transistors and diodes will be damaged.
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FUEL GAUGE SIMPLE TEST NO*HlCK
(I) Remove connector from fuel gauge unit in fuel tank.
(2) Connect test light between yellow and black wires on
connector.
(3) Turn ON ignition key.
(4) Assure test light flashes and gauge needle moves.
(5) If test light flashes but gauge needle does not move,
replace fuel gauge.
If test light does not flash (and gatige needle does not
move), check fuse for broken wire, o: resistance between
gauge terminals (see pages 8-174.). or break in harness.

(2.6L Engine> Stopper (upper) FUEL GAUGE UNIT INSPECTION NomIIG

To check the fuel gauge unit, remove the unit from the fuel
tank. (Refer to GROUP 14 - Fuel Tank.)

FUEL GAUGE UNIT FLOAT POSITION CHECK

Move the float and measure the float position at points “F”
and “E” when the float arm contacts the stopper.
Standard value:
<2.6L Engine>
A 11-13 mm (43-51 in.)
B 180-182 mm (7.09-7.17 in.)
<3.OL Engine> ,Horizontal line <3.OL Engine (Gdoor vehicles)>
A 9-11 mm (.35-.43 in.)
B 229-231 mm (9.02-9.09 in.)
<3.OL Engine @l-door vehicles)>
A 15-17 mm (.59-.67 in.)
B 224-226 mm (8.82-8.90 in.)

<2.6L Engine> FUEL GAUGE UNIT RESISTANCE CHECK

I
(I) Check that the resistance between terminals is within the
standard value when the fuel gauge unit float is between
positions “F” and “E”.
Standard value:
Point F l-5 !&-l
Point E 103-117 fI
(21Also check that the resistancechangessmoothly when
the float is moved to “F” and “E”.

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ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE

SIMPLE TEST NI8moO.
(1) Remove connector from engine coolant temperature
gauge unit in engine compartment.
(2) Ground harness side connector via test light.
(3) Turn ON ignition key.
(4) Check that test light flashes and gauge needle moves.
(5) If test light flashes hut the gauge needle does not move,
replace engine coolant temperature gauge.
If test light does not flash (and gauge needle does not
move), check fuse for broken wire, or resistance between
gauge terminals (see pages 8-174.). or break in harness.

ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE UNIT

INSPECTION WIKO

Refer to GROUP 7 - Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge

Unit.

FOIL PRESSURE GAUGE SIMPLE TEST

(I) Disconnect the wiring connector from the oil preszi
gauge unit inside the engine compartment.
(2) Ground the connector at the harness through a test light.
(3) Turn the ignition key to the ON position.
(4) Check to be sure that the test light illuminates steadily
and the indicator of the oil pressure gauge moves.

(5) If both the test light and gauge operate, the circuit to the
gauge unit is normal and the gauge unit itself is faulty. If
the test light flashes but the gauge does not operate, the
gauge is faulty.
If neither the test light nor the gauge operates, the oil
pressure gauge circuit is faulty.
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Oil pressure \ ’ lc Test light OIL PRESSURE GAUGE UNIT CURRENT CHECKHIm
gauge unit -@ (12Vr3.4W) (1) Disconnect the wiring connector from the oil pressure
gauge unit inside the engine compartment.
(2) Apply battery voltage (through the test light) to the gauge
unit side terminal.
(3) Check to be sure that the test light switches OFF when
the engine is stopped, and that it flashes while the
engine is running.

VOLTAGE METER SIMPLE TEST NoN5Gc

(I) Connect a voltmeter for testing.
(2) Turn the ignition key to the ON position.
(3) Compare the readings of the voltmeter for testing and of
the vehicle’s voltage meter.
Standard value:
1ov f0.5V
16V f0.5V

COMBINATION METER
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATlON - NOSNJAFl

Removal steps
1. Meter cover
l 4 2. Connection of speedometer cable
3. Meter assembly

NOTE
(1) Reverse the removal procedures to reinstall.
(2) I)* : Refer to “Service Points of Installation”.

INSPECTION
REED SWITCH
Using an ohmmeter, check that continuity and discontinuity
alternate between terminals 1 and 2 four times at every
rotation of the shaft of the speedometer cable connection.

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BUZZER
Check to be sure that buzzer sounds when the battery’s
positive (t-1 terminal is connected to terminal 2 and the
battery’s negative (-1 terminal is connected to terminal 1.

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FUEL GAUGE
Measure the resistance value between the terminals by
using an ohmmeter.
Standard value:
1-2 terminals: 55 a
2-3 terminals: 165 ti
1-3 terminals: 110 0

Caution
If there is a malfunction of the ground contact of the
voltage regulator even once during vehicle operation,
the excessive current flowing through the heat coil of
the engine coolant temperature gauge and the fuel
gauge will cause permanent distortion of the bimetal,
resulting in the indications being consistently lower
than the actual value.
For this reason, therefore, be sure to make the earth
contact securely.

ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE

Measure the resistance value between the terminals by
using an ohmmeter.
Standard value:
Bimetal type
1-2 terminals: 55 Q

SERVICE POINTS OF INSTALLATION

2. INSTALLATION OF SPEEDOMETER CABLE
Insert the cable until its stopper properly fits to the
speedometer groove.
Caution
Poor installation of the cable may cause a fluctuating
meter pointer, or noise and a damaged harness inside
the instrument panel.

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DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY

,6 Disassembly steps
1. Meter cover
2. Buzzer
3. Fuel and engine coolant temperature gauge
4. Tachometer
5. Speedometer
6. Indicator panel
7. Meter glass
8. Window plate
9. Meter case
10. Printed circuit board
NOTE
Reverse the disassembly procedures to reassemble,

3-METER UNIT
REMOVAL AND fNSTALLATlON

Removal steps
1. Meter pad
2. Gauge assembly
NOTE
Reverse the removal procedures to reinstall.

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INSPECTION
OIL PRESSURE GAUGE
Measure the resistance value between the terminals with an
ohmmeter.
Standard value: Approx. 50 n

VOLTAGE METER
Measure the resistance value between the terminals with an
ohmmeter.
Standard value: 380450 fl

INCLINOMETER
(1) Check to be sure that operation is smooth when the
inclinometer is titled up/down and to the left and right.
(2) The inclinometer can be considered to be in good condi-
tion if the pointer indicates the spherical dial horizontal
center line when the meter case is placed on a level
surface.

DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY

Dissssembly steps
1. Meter glass
2. Window plate
3. Oil pressure gauge
4. Inclinometer
5. Voltage meter
6. Meter case
7. Meter harness

NOTE
Reverse the disassembly procedures to reassemble.
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INDICATORS AND WARNING LIGHTS

Symbol Operation
Turn signal indicator This indicator flashes, as do the same side of turn-signal
light flashes. If the turn-signal light is burnt out, the blinking
++ of indicator slows down.
This indicator is common with hazard light.
High beam indicator This indicator illuminates when the headlights are on high

=0
=
beam.

Door-ajar warning light This warning light comes on when the door is either open or
not completely closed.
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Fasten seat belt indicator This indicator goes on for four to eight seconds when the
ignition key is in “ON” position, even if the driver has
fastened his seat belt.
4

Brake warning light This warning light comes on when the ignition key is in
“ON” position, and goes off after the engine has started.
BRAKE This warning light comes on when the parking brake is
applied or brake fluid level falls less than the specific level.
Charging warning light This warning light comes on when the ignition key is in
“ON” position, and goes off after the engine has started.
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I This warning light comes on when the drive belt breaks or
the trouble occurs in the charging system.
Overdrive indicator This indicator will illuminates when the overdrive control
switch is switched to the “OFF” position.
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AR fluid temperature warning This A/T fluid temperature warning light comes on when
light automatic transmission fluid temperature becomes abnor-
T% mally high.
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Free-wheeling hub indicator This indicator comes on when the automatic free-wheeling
hubs are locked.
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4WD indicator This indicator will light up when the transfer case shift lever
is shifted to the four wheel driving position (either the “4H”
z4 or the “4L” position) and the ignition key is in the “ON”
position.
Maintenance required warning This light comes on when the ignition key is in “ON”
MAINT light position, and goes off after the engine has started.
(Lights up after every 50,000 miles, 80,000 miles, 100,000
REQD miles and 120,000 miles travelled.)

Engine warning light This light illuminates when the ignition key is turned to the
CHECK “ON” position, but should go out in a few seconds.
ENGINE If the light illuminates while the vehicle is moving, there is a
malfunction of a component related to exhaust gases.

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MAINTENANCE REQUIRED SYSTEM

RESET SWITCH
After checking is completed. use the reset switch (located at
the rear of the combination meter) to switch OFF the
warning light.
Note that the warning lights bulb should be removed after
the 120,000 mileage.
NOTE
If the speedometer is to be replaced, set the new odometer
to the same reading as the odometer being removed.

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