instument cluster question s70 2000

asrtoman · Post by **asrtoman** » 13 Feb 2013, 09:33

I have searched but not found any answerers. my instrument cluster was acting up, so I went to the salvage yard and picked out a new one. actually picked up three thinking at least one would work. all similar years and engine . the problem I am having is they all come up with the same error code p1618 and have the blinking arrow . is there anything I can do to clear this error? when I put the old speedo back in, there is no problem. Are these clustered codded ? Can they be reprogramed?
would getting the abs computer from the car help?

thanks

Post by **bags519** » 13 Feb 2013, 09:40

I think that's got more to do with an urgent transmission issue verses a cluster issue, but there are people here that know a lot more than me..

Do a search on the error code

Post by **JRL** » 13 Feb 2013, 13:28

Neither
(Why would you think this has anything to so with the cluster)?

It's a nasty communication code.
First thing to try is remove and install your ABS module, making sure the contacts are clean and it's snapped in properly

Post by **Matty Moo** » 13 Feb 2013, 13:50

What warning lights are on?

Post by **Rondo** » 13 Feb 2013, 15:05

On the plus side, you have the beginnings of a very nice gauge cluster collection.

asrtoman · Post by **asrtoman** » 13 Feb 2013, 15:44

the only warning light are the cel and the flashing arrow. car goes into limp mode as soon as its started. one thing I didn't mention initially , about six months ago I replaced the whole dashboard, gauge and all.
ill check the abs module.
the original cluster has other issues, but no error codes or effects on engine performance or trans issues.