Engine Off. Park brake engaged. Put Gear shifter into 1st. Pull off the cluster trim. remove the four 9/32 head screws holding in the cluster. Carefully pull the cluster out enough to unplug the electrical connector.
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I had the same problem with my 1998 Dodge Ram 1500. I reseated the instrument cluster and it started working. The whole thing took me 15 minutes and I am not a mechanic. I believe that I removed three screws to enable me to remove the plastic which covers the instrument cluster. I can't remember how many screws hold the cluster down but once you remove them pull the cluster out. It is simply plugged in, and those connections are your problem.
It is the center gauge in the instrument cluster.
As per www.totalrecallinfo.com there is only a recall on tires for this model.
Very Carefully
To remove the speedometer cluster on a Vulcan 1500 Classic, first, ensure the motorcycle is turned off and the battery is disconnected for safety. Remove any screws or fasteners securing the cluster, typically found on the front or bottom. Gently pull the cluster out, being cautious of any attached wiring. Once free, disconnect the wiring harness to fully remove the speedometer cluster.
you have to drill out the rivets
under your dash there should be a fuse for your instrument cluster. that is probably the problem.
# If equipped, remove the Instrument Panel (I/P) sound insulator. # Remove the filter access door screw under passenger sie I P # Remove the filter access door from the HVAC module. # Remove the passenger compartment air filter
Ever try a steering arm puller?
Remove the dashboard instrument cluster cover. The cover is secured with four retaining screws. Take hold of the dashboard light, push in and turn at the same time to remove it. Reverse the process to install the new dashboard light.
Remove the retaining ring from the top of your 1997 Chevrolet 1500 ignition cylinder. Slide the ignition cylinder out and remove the wiring harness.