A blown fuse is a potential problem with the tachometer. Check the fuses to ensure they are properly functioning.Bad wiringcan also be the cause of a malfunctioning tachometer. If you are getting erratic readings, this can be a sign of bad wiring. How do I know if my tachometer is bad?
Running on empty? © iStockphoto.com/moori At a minimum, your dashboard display has a speedometer and a fuel gauge. In addition to those gauges, the display will feature some combination of a tachometer, charging system gauge, oil pressure gauge, and engine temperature gauge. Let's ha...
a speedometer, tachometer, hi beam lights, low oil indicator, high temperature indicator, adjustable steering bars and a front bumper. Optional features on the XLT include electric starting, reverse transmission, electric fuel indicator, mirrors, a tow hitch, skid plate, back rest, storage rack an...
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tachometer stopped working. Upon opening the engine bay a thick acrid smoke hit him in the face. The regulator being used on this alternator hadno alternator temp sensorandno way to current limitit. The regulator was replaced with a Balmar MC-612, plus an alternator temp sensor, and ...
The problem with this setup on a boat that runs continuous heavy loads (like mine) is that the battery may be charged to full capacity, but the electrical demands on the house are so high (e.g., running a gyro that requires 2000 watts) that the 65% trigger point is never met. The...
The problem with this setup on a boat that runs continuous heavy loads (like mine) is that the battery may be charged to full capacity, but the electrical demands on the house are so high (e.g., running a gyro that requires 2000 watts) that the 65% trigger point is never met. ...
How to Check a Tachometer If something seems off with the gauges on your car, motorcycle, or boat, checking the tachometer, which measures the engine's revolutions per minute, is a great first step. This wikiHow article will walk you through read... ...