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craigs2007
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digital readout going haywire
« on: Feb 15th, 2008, 11:25am » |
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Hi all..I have a p reg 97 2.3 scorp..It drives lovely and is in good order..The only thing wrong is the digital readouts for the mileage and trip computer start flashing and going haywire at random..It dont affect the way the car drives at all..Any ideas what the problem could be?
Ill try and put up a video of it later if i can work out how 
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Re: digital readout going haywire
« Reply #1 on: Feb 15th, 2008, 11:40am » |
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Craig,
check the connections to the instrument pod at the rear. It will involve removing the dash though 
http://www.fordscorpio.co.uk/dashremove.htm
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craigs2007
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Re: digital readout going haywire
« Reply #2 on: Feb 15th, 2008, 11:43am » |
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Thanks for the quick reply..Thats a job i could never do myself tho.Would most prob cost a load if i took it to a garage.If thats the only solution i guess i may have to live with it?
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Re: digital readout going haywire
« Reply #3 on: Feb 15th, 2008, 1:59pm » |
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Dash is dead easy to remove - one Phillips screw driver (+maybe a torx bit, I can't remember), some stereo removal prongs and one hour of your time is all you need.
I've done it about 5 times to replace clocks and bulbs etc.
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Re: digital readout going haywire
« Reply #4 on: Feb 15th, 2008, 2:19pm » |
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on Feb 15th, 2008, 11:25am, craigs2007 wrote:The only thing wrong is the digital readouts for the mileage and trip computer start flashing and going haywire at random.
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hi there
is this a new thing? or has it always done this?
hth
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craigs2007
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Re: digital readout going haywire
« Reply #5 on: Feb 15th, 2008, 3:11pm » |
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on Feb 15th, 2008, 2:19pm, scorpio_man wrote:
hi there
is this a new thing? or has it always done this?
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Ive only recently purchased the car. The previous owner said its been doing it for a while..But said that it does not affect the way the car drives
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Re: digital readout going haywire
« Reply #6 on: Feb 15th, 2008, 3:17pm » |
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hi there
oh!
it could (i say could) be a sign that the mileage has been changed. 
i've seen that before, but try plugging the 2 plugs on the rear it again. hopefully that will be it.
hth
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Re: digital readout going haywire
« Reply #7 on: Feb 15th, 2008, 5:27pm » |
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craigs2007.
Does your trip button feel right when you press it,ie does it make a soft click,if not there is a possibility it is jammed in.
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Re: digital readout going haywire
« Reply #8 on: Feb 15th, 2008, 5:57pm » |
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on Feb 15th, 2008, 5:27pm, gozz wrote:craigs2007.
Does your trip button feel right when you press it,ie does it make a soft click,if not there is a possibility it is jammed in. |
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Hi,
Yes the buttons feels ok..One thing i forgot to say is when it comes back on the display is always in kilometers for some reason
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Re: digital readout going haywire
« Reply #9 on: Feb 15th, 2008, 6:00pm » |
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hi there
that might change things. might be a battery/voltage issue.
check the battery voltage and do you get flicking dash neddles when you start?
hth
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craigs2007
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Re: digital readout going haywire
« Reply #10 on: Feb 15th, 2008, 6:05pm » |
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on Feb 15th, 2008, 6:00pm, scorpio_man wrote:hi there
that might change things. might be a battery/voltage issue.
check the battery voltage and do you get flicking dash neddles when you start?
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What do you mean by flicking dash needles?
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Re: digital readout going haywire
« Reply #11 on: Feb 15th, 2008, 6:25pm » |
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hi there
do the dash neddles (speedo & rpm) swing round and back?
hth
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Re: digital readout going haywire
« Reply #12 on: Feb 15th, 2008, 6:53pm » |
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yes
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Re: digital readout going haywire
« Reply #13 on: Feb 15th, 2008, 7:02pm » |
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I had same problem new battery solved it. 
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Re: digital readout going haywire
« Reply #14 on: Feb 15th, 2008, 7:03pm » |
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hi there
i think we have a winner!!!!
it's usually a sign of a failing battery. best to change it, but make sure you get a big enough one for the scorpio.
hth
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Re: digital readout going haywire
« Reply #15 on: Feb 15th, 2008, 7:15pm » |
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All the info you need is HERE
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Re: digital readout going haywire
« Reply #16 on: Feb 15th, 2008, 7:29pm » |
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Ive just clicked and read the link in the last post..Im experiencing the resetting of the climate control as well..Looks like a new battery is in order..Thanks to everyone who responded 
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Craig
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Re: digital readout going haywire
« Reply #17 on: Feb 15th, 2008, 7:37pm » |
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One last thing.
How much should i be paying for a new battery?And where is the best place to get it ?
Thanks
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Re: digital readout going haywire
« Reply #18 on: Feb 22nd, 2008, 11:33am » |
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Bought new battery at kwik fit £85 fitted..All was ok for a few days now its doing it again..Readout going haywire AC resetting etc.. Maybe its some kind of electrical fault?
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Re: digital readout going haywire
« Reply #19 on: Feb 23rd, 2008, 11:36am » |
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Anybody have any ideas?
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