Jump to content

Adding Factory Trans Temp Gauge

firstrock

By firstrock
in Ask A GM Technician

Recommended Posts

firstrock Enthusiast

firstrock

Posted
Posted

Hello all and very nice forum you have here!

 

Has anyone installed a trans temp gauge in the dash cluster on an 05 Silverado?

 

My question is this; can I just add the motor to the PC board (I assume the 4 holes are present for this motor as well as the traces), add the needle and gauge face and be done with it since my truck is pre wired for this gauge as I understand it? I have to replace all the stepper motors and I'd like to add this while I have the cluster out if it isn't too much trouble.

 

Thanks!

 

John

BuckFeverZ Senior Enthusiast

BuckFeverZ

Posted
Posted

Yes, the tranny temp gauge is pre-wired. I've never heard of anyone doing it the way you are however. Usually people purchase another gauge cluster that already has the gauge on the cluster.

 

Is the method your describing more cost effective? I'm interested in seeing the result.

MarkD Senior Enthusiast

MarkD

Posted
Posted

Unless I am mistaken, the gauge cluster is a single unit instead of individual guages mounted to a frame.

firstrock Enthusiast

firstrock

Posted
  • Author
Posted
Unless I am mistaken, the gauge cluster is a single unit instead of individual guages mounted to a frame.

 

Once the cluster is removed and disassembled, you have access to the printed circuit board where the stepper motors for the gauges are located. Since my truck came "pre wired" for the trans temp gauge(1500 and the1500HD clusters are the same sans the trans temp gauge) I'd assume that there will be a "blank" space on the PCB where the trans temp stepper motor should/would be. I think I can just solder the trans temp stepper in it's appropriate place on the PCB, add a gauge face and a needle and I think that would work.

 

Just shooting this idea at you guys in the hopes someone can confirm or deny my assumptions.

 

Thanks

dlstewart01 Senior Enthusiast

dlstewart01

Posted
Posted
Unless I am mistaken, the gauge cluster is a single unit instead of individual guages mounted to a frame.

 

Once the cluster is removed and disassembled, you have access to the printed circuit board where the stepper motors for the gauges are located. Since my truck came "pre wired" for the trans temp gauge(1500 and the1500HD clusters are the same sans the trans temp gauge) I'd assume that there will be a "blank" space on the PCB where the trans temp stepper motor should/would be. I think I can just solder the trans temp stepper in it's appropriate place on the PCB, add a gauge face and a needle and I think that would work.

 

Just shooting this idea at you guys in the hopes someone can confirm or deny my assumptions.

 

Thanks

 

 

I believe its been done before. And yes they all have seperate stepper motors. I have not done it. I took the easy way out and purchased a new cluster. So you are on your own. :dunno:

 

Don

 

Some of the guys on ebay who repair clusters and sell stepper motors can probably answer your questions.

cbxeric Enthusiast

cbxeric

Posted
Posted

I bought a used cluster off ebay for my truck, 10 minute job to replace cluster, too much work any other way 4 me.

firstrock Enthusiast

firstrock

Posted
  • Author
Posted

The ebay guys said it will work but the cluster requires a program flash update to make the gauge work, bummer no PnP! On a side note, I contacted my dealer about programming the cluster after I replaced the stepper motors and added the trans temp gauge and they said GM has extended the mileage requirement from 70,000 to 100,000 miles for warranty claims for the bad gauges in the cluster. So, I am having the dealer replace my cluster and I may have them add the trans temp gauge then. Glad I called GM before ordering the new stepper motors!!!

 

John

C & A s Dad Senior Enthusiast

C & A s Dad

Posted
Posted

Firstrock,

 

I can appreciate what you are trying to do but I believe I would simply go with the Interceptor if I were in your shoes.

 

Below is a picture of my Interceptor installed on my "A" Pillar.

post-20678-1232057982_thumb.jpg

post-20678-1232057982_thumb.jpg

post-20678-1232057982_thumb.jpg

post-20678-1232057982_thumb.jpg

firstrock Enthusiast

firstrock

Posted
  • Author
Posted
Firstrock,

 

I can appreciate what you are trying to do but I believe I would simply go with the Interceptor if I were in your shoes.

 

Below is a picture of my Interceptor installed on my "A" Pillar.

 

That's what I decided on doing. I really like the features of the Interceptor and no need for any more gauges! Thanks for the input!

 

John

Archived

This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.

Go to topic listing

  • Recently Browsing   0 members

    • No registered users viewing this page.

  • Forum Statistics

    250.5k
    Total Topics
    2.7m
    Total Posts

  • Member Statistics

    342,972
    Total Members
    8,960
    Most Online
    Whit.the.COB
    Newest Member
    Whit.the.COB
    Joined

  • Who's Online   0 Members, 0 Anonymous, 1,206 Guests (See full list)

    • There are no registered users currently online

  • Latest Articles

  • Posts

    • MikeBMW
      Installing tow mirrors

      By MikeBMW · Posted

      Yep! This should be a pin somewhere as @pgamboa really dives into all of this. Thanks for reposting the link!
    • Grumpy Bear
      TCM Tuning 6L80E

      By Grumpy Bear · Posted

      I did the new thermostat after doing a 'flip' for a year. Runs as cool one way as the other in the summer but in the winter there is a bit of a floor. Yellow with the new 70 C thermostat. My data over the life of the unit to date. Still need more cooler. Anyway that floor helped both winter fuel economy and shift quality in the winter. I found it a good balance.       
    • Grumpy Bear
      Food & Drink

      By Grumpy Bear · Posted

      Evan Williams Bottled in Bond   So pouring the last of a bottle of Evan Williams Black label last night I set off the the state store for a refill only to be denied the by an empty shelf. Rats.    What the did have was a bottle of Evan Williams Bottled in Bond. 100 proof. Hum, a few bucks more but a known distiller. Lets have a swing at it. ( I have before )    Cracked it open and pour a serving over ice. Hum.... more heat, yes. More alcohol naturally. But the barreling not the proof brings the taste and this one came up short.    Oh is was familiar but the heat ran the barrel over like a Peterbilt runs over a squirrel. Could use a heavier toasting of the oak me thinks or perhaps a longer barreling. Who knows. But what I can say is ice or a water back isn't the answer. What kills one kills them both. Sad. It is a pleasant drink....if you have little to compare it to.  
    • Grumpy Bear
      Bridgestone vs Goodyear tires?

      By Grumpy Bear · Posted

      I've had exactly one set of Bridgestone. Lasted five year and 125,000 miles and had I known better 15oK would have been a cake walk. I would have bought a like set had they not tripled in price since the first set. I removed them at said mileage with 5/32" remaining in dead even wear all four. They were fuel efficient, quite, comfortable and predictable.    Early on I got a very good alignment checked at least once a year, sometimes twice; kept the tires properly inflated, balanced and rotated. And I've found that many a tire issue can be avoided with great maintenance practices. Lot's of tire dealers will do rotation and balance (simple) for free for as long as you own the tire they sold you so no excuse not to.    Bead prep, alloy integrity and stem health have a huge impact on inflation stability. There are more mountings done poorly that perfectly. Finding a good tire guy is gold and as important as finding a tire you like.    That 3X price increase now two sets of "other tires' later is starting look like a bargain.      Bad maintenance kills more tires than bad tires. 
    • Grumpy Bear
      Wow I'm in a pickle. (Broke down truck) and a story.

      By Grumpy Bear · Posted

      Atlas, you kill me As aggravating as a project like this can be you have been unable to hide your fascination with learning and using that angst against this beast like a Ninjitsu Master. It amuses you, admit it now.      BTW, love your writing style. 😉       

  • GM-Trucks.com Clubs

  • Popular Contributors

×
×
  • Create New...