2007 GM Cluster Display Repair

[@jeffescortlx]

For contact information follow this link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ipCViKGAgtiNl7c

[@diddycbr1000rr]

This is my cluster for my 07 Yukon Denali XL, when I re-installed the cluster it worked flawlessly. I was happy to see gears since it has been a solid year that I was able to see the dash and know what gear I was in. Thanks for the fast turn around time and amazing work. I will be sending you as much work as I can.

[@jeffescortlx]

diddycbr1000rr Thank you!

[@RaceMentally]

I need to find info for mine to get done too. Thanks

[@diddycbr1000rr]

Hi Jeff the cluster you did for me is still working but I may be having an ECU problem with my other car was wondering how are with ECU's?

[@diddycbr1000rr]

@@jeffescortlx hi Jeff the instrument cluster that you did for me is still working great for the Yukon I may be having a problem with an ECU on my other car wanted to know if that was something that you could fix?

[@jeffescortlx]

Good to hear the cluster is still great. Sorry I wouldn't be able to take on a ECU, too many messed up GM clusters around here taking up all my free time.

[@mike7958]

I would definitely like to see the process of electronically calibrating a cluster. Very interesting stuff, keep it up!.

[@maxvolovich9407]

I talk to myself to. I look at it as it helps me with my antisocial social personality disorder lol. No I find it better when explaining what you are doing better then just watching you work. I would hope you do a work bench tools video. One of my contacts is asking me to do cluster repairs for them. I have done the steper and light repairs but I have to pass on when they have had to replace cluster when it needs to be replaced and cant change the odometer.

[@rogerhale6404]

I appreciate your referral. I will be sending my 2007 Yukon cluster to Michael in California

[@EDWARDTREVEY]

I wanted to thank you for this you gave me the courage to try this my self and it worked perfect so thanks again!!

[@johnrosario8598]

Awesome Video Jeff Great Stuff. Peace Out.

[@hobertjr]

got a question for you mine flashed a few times and is still working but now the voltage gauge oil pressure and gas gauge ARE reading half then max out when started any suggestions the speedometer the tag and the temperature work is they should when you turn the key off the other gauges won't go back to zero

[@jeffescortlx]

hobertjr Try unplugging the battery for 5 minutes and plug it back it. It will force the needles to reset. But it won't fix the cluster if it's failing.

[@hobertjr]

jeffescortlx okay thanks a lot

[@oxwilder]

I want to try this myself, like I see a lot of other commenters saying. Which pins do I power for testing?

[@marksdaleblvd]

Can you tell me what pins you apply 12v and ground to when you test them on the bench? I’m trying to bench check mine before I put it back in.

[@jeffescortlx]

1&5 are +12. 13 GND.

[@jonahgregg]

awesome video! any information on that mosfet? I'm actually standing at the counter of the local electrics place and they're lookin at me like I have 2 heads!

[@bradfordcustoms7588]

How do you calibrate the needles? I took mine apart to inspect it but turned out it was a bad connection in the plug. But now my needles are off.

[@jeffescortlx]

If you don't have the equipment to bench test, you need to mark the home location before removing the needles. It's my experience the plug connector doesn't fail under normal conditions.

[@kingdill87]

Put them back on properly if you plug it back in with them off it should return to home them install them in thier resting location

[@chrisreuter5119]

Did you ever make a video on how to calibrate the cluster?

[@jonahgregg]

awesome video! any information on that mosfet? I'm actually standing at the counter of the local electrics place and they're lookin at me like I have 2 heads, lol! please help!

[@speny999]

Have you ever replaced one of the stepper motors on these? my tach is about 700rpm off and did some research and a lot on for the older trucks but nothing 2007+, thanks in advance!

[@jeffescortlx]

speny999 The 07+ style stepper motors don't typically fail like the 03-06 do. Chances are someone or previous owner was in there fixing the display and was sloppy putting the needles back on.

[@speny999]

Ah i wish, the gauge was working and just quit on me

[@porfiriodiaz4552]

There is also another fix where all it is is to solder a solder point that most likely broke with vibration, that doesn't need anything replaced.

[@NuWavUSA]

Hi what is the package / size of the 100 Ohm resistor? Thanks great video 👍

[@jeffescortlx]

NuWavUSA Sorry I haven't posted up the size yet. It's been a few years since I've ordered, I ordered hundreds of them last time. I'll have to re-check.

[@joset8074]

Will this repair affect the odometer display? Can I use the vehicle w/o the cluster while it’s out for repair? Thanks

[@jeffescortlx]

The cluster will still continue to count and keep track of miles while the display isn't working. The vehicle will still start and drive without the cluster, it just isn't street legal to do so.

[@joset8074]

Thank you! You’ll be getting mine soon. Awesome tutorial videos.

[@tzephier]

My battery needle on my 2010 GMC Acadia fluctuates. Got new battery, alternator is good. What's the fix? Help!!!

[@jeffescortlx]

I'd start with confirming what the voltage is actually doing with a voltage meter before replacing anything else. Run a gauge sweep test, might need a scan tool.

[@PrMnT562]

where are you located at? just trying to see if you are within range to avoid shipping?

[@jeffescortlx]

MN

[@thomasjefferson2934]

I have 2013 tahoe and everything works except the instrument panel backlighting at night time. It works during the day but off at night. Everything else works normally. Could this be an issue with the mosfet?

[@jeffescortlx]

The MOSFET is only for odometer/prnd display. It's not responsible for the back lighting LEDs.

[@thomasjefferson2934]

@@jeffescortlx thanks. Any idea what my issue could be?

[@jeffescortlx]

@@thomasjefferson2934 it depends. Does everything else on the dashboard light up properly? Like radio and climate control?

[@thomasjefferson2934]

@@jeffescortlx yes everything else works as normal

[@jeffescortlx]

@@thomasjefferson2934 my first guess would be that the cluster has a defective LED that has failed in the open state.

[@kellihartman7597]

Jeff, I have a 2007 Yukon instrument cluster in need of repair. Please send me info needed to get this done. Thanks

[@jeffescortlx]

Send me a private message or leave your email address for my contact info. Thanks!

[@kellihartman7597]

jeffescortlx [e-mail]

[@eversr007]

Hey awesome video this one and all the rest you have are very informative. I was wondering if you have schematics for the boards on gm instrument clusters? I can't find them anywhere or do you just look at a working board and trace things down that way. Also I could hook up my scanner to the 03-06 clusters and get it to do a gauge sweep but it won't work on the 07 and up it just says no communication. I tied into pin 6 the low speed gmlan serial data line to the scanner. I would even paypal you some $ for you time and info. Thanks

[@jeffescortlx]

The 07-14 use pin 1 on the OBD port for communication, the 03-06 are not the same. GM has not released or leaked schematics for clusters that I have found. I have reversed engineered enough of the 03-04 and 05's to get what I need most of the time. I have my own sketches. Fun to do when some of the chips and components are propitiatory.

[@eversr007]

Thanks. Yeah it worked after I switch the obd wire. I didn't think about them changing that but I should have. Thanks again

[@ReidyG7]

I had a previous owner yank out the check engine led from the instrument panel. Is there any way I could put another led in or do i need a new cluster?

[@jeffescortlx]

Good chance it can be fixed.

[@ReidyG7]

jeffescortlx do you know where I could buy a led bulb at?

[@jeffescortlx]

@@ReidyG7 any electronic parts supplier. Mouser, digi-key Newark-element 14

[@xlwirelesselectronicrepair]

Where do u buy the mostfit and rissitor from

[@jeffescortlx]

Newark, mouser or digikey.

[@SeanScarbrough]

What Temp do you set your hot air? I want to run hot air over my whole board to re-solder everything... Every Time I use hot air I'm nervous I'm going to damage something...

[@jeffescortlx]

I normally start around 350ºc and go up from there if the parts are larger or heat sunk. Reflowing the entire board should be a last ditch effort out of desperation.

[@SeanScarbrough]

ok yeah that exactly where I started 350 with low air. I added solider where it was large enough for me to do so...but did not on any of the IC's. ohh my unit is out of a 2003 Chevy Tahoe btw. I seem to have fixed most of the problems except I will lose complete power and have to bang on the dash to get it back. still not sure what that is...

[@jeffescortlx]

If you want it fixed send it in to me.

[@SeanScarbrough]

Thanks i appreciate it. How much do you charge? I think i may have accidentally fixed my issues, so far everything's working fine now. But if i had to do it again, I send it out!

[@mastercodein6486]

Great tutorial, thank you

[@gerardogutierrez8192]

Hi man how much I need resistor

[@nmenagh]

I have an 07 Tahoe. My cluster will light up but no gauge movement or function along with no information panel or gear identification panel. I have a feeling it is caused by the remote start. I don't use the remote start at all but I did a while back and the cluster did the same but after shutting truck off and restarting it started working. This time it did not work. Any ideas? Thanks in advance.

[@jeffescortlx]

I've been getting a lot of failed processors lately in this style of cluster. They become temperature sensitive when they are warmer they will work when they work colder they will not boot up. As far as I know there are no direct replacement microprocessors available. You'll need to replace the entire cluster.

[@nmenagh]

jeffescortlx Thanks for the quick response. Since I had nothing to loose I took my dash apart to get to the cluster. I pulled the cluster out so I could get to the wire harness. I turned the ignition on and no function to the gauges and nothing to the panels. I carefully disconnected the wire harness and then plugged it back in. I made an effort to not move anything but the harness. I turned the ignition on and it powered up. Everything functioning correctly. I then tapped, banged and even moved the the wire harness around and could not make it fail. I assume oxidation? Is there any other explanation for it to work after unplugging and plugging back in? I am planing on leaving the dash apart for a few days just in case. Again thank you for the quick response and your videos are awesome!

[@jeffescortlx]

What I have ran into is 07 up clusters that will not boot up when cold, but once warmed up they will boot. Take your cluster back out, put it in your freezer for 10 minutes then plug it back in. If it refuses to boot up when cold it's the microprocessor.

[@nmenagh]

jeffescortlx I was thinking the same thing. I live in Nebraska and it's supposed to get cool tonight, at or below freezing, so I left the truck outside to see if the temp will mess with it. I will let you know how it is in the morning.

[@nmenagh]

Turned the ignition on this morning and cluster booted up like normal. So far so good. I will post if it changes.

[@Wrenchlife604]

you do good work. Thanks for the vid

[@jeffescortlx]

Thanks!

[@CarsandGuitars100]

What would possess a company to use a vacuum fluorescent display for such applications if the MOSFET fails so often?

[@DaBuGzLiFe]

Cheaper than actual LEDs at a Mass scale. Specially back in 2007-8

[@bd9099]

Where can i buy the chip from

[@gabrimela]

Hi, what is your solder weller?

[@jeffescortlx]

The solder I use is kester. The soldering station I use is Weller and Hakko.

[@gabrimela]

jeffescortlx what model of weller? Very thanks

[@ManageMYweight]

I have one need to be fixed. How do I get it to you?

[@jeffescortlx]

You can send me a private message or your email address.

[@thisflatearth]

Is there a current place to buy the mosfet?

[@jeffescortlx]

Mouser, digi-key, Newark or what ever your favorite place to buy components from should have a suitable substitute.

[@lorenrothmann8082]

My 03 Tahoe panel display, lights, gauges seem fine, but my battery is dead in less than 24 hrs. Without IPC/DIC fuse, battery stays charged. Cluster timer not shutting down after 20 secs? Any instructions on replacing?

[@jeffescortlx]

It's ready for a good rebuild. Some problems are showing up in the power supply.

[@lorenrothmann8082]

Inline tests show draw one day and no draw another day. Any chance it's the BCM? Trying to sell this Tahoe with a good conscience.

[@jeffescortlx]

It's in the cluster. I've seen it before in the 03 revision board.

[@lorenrothmann8082]

I really appreciate your help! Which components should I try replacing first?

[@jeffescortlx]

That's kinda a hard question to answer over the internet with no hands on.

[@jacobsullivan9920]

What did you use to bench test it? Connections and all?

[@jeffescortlx]

Jacob Sullivan Pig tail, power supply and wiring diagram.

[@jacobsullivan9920]

jeffescortlx could you tell me what to buy lol I do have a power supply just not a pig tail nor a wiring diagram I just like how you can connect to the back of the cluster with it being out of the vehicle that's all I want to do.

[@jeffescortlx]

Jacob Sullivan Junk yard for plug and Google for wiring diagram.

[@jacobsullivan9920]

jeffescortlx does the connector have a part number on it that you can see?

[@jerrickabang737]

What if the mosfit just fell off.what can I do?

[@jeffescortlx]

I would suggest to solder a new one back on.

[@dylanvedia6705]

How much do you charge for this repair

[@jeffescortlx]

I'm sorry I can't give quotes in the comment section. But I can be reached by email available in the top pinned comment.

[@J_AzBarber]

Hi does it matter on ir531p on a 07 Yukon?

[@jeffescortlx]

That part number doesn't sound familiar.

[@J_AzBarber]

LL2705 part

[@J_AzBarber]

Below it it has a #

[@jeffescortlx]

​@@J_AzBarberthe 2705 is the correct part number. I'm not sure how you came up with the other number. Date code maybe?

[@JettLeo]

How much is it to fix. Plz reply

[@jeffescortlx]

Display repair for the 07 is $100 bucks plus return shipping. This covers all 3 common parts, MOSFET, gate resistor and driver chip as needed.

[@shawndaniels5230]

how much do you charge to repair a cluster i lost my info center an lights for gear

[@jeffescortlx]

$100 plus return shipping

[@BuBea2010]

@@jeffescortlx you still charge the same and whats your current turn around time? 07 GMC Yukon SLT. Also wondering on upgrading to blue LED at the same time if possible.

[@jeffescortlx]

@@BuBea2010 you can reach me for a quote by following the link in the top pinned comment.

[@paulnaylor2152]

how many watts is the 100 ohm resistor next to the mosfet ?

[@jeffescortlx]

PJ PJ the link is in the description.

[@paulnaylor2152]

I did not see that - thank you :)

[@betomunoz5410]

where do you buy the parts

[@jeffescortlx]

Electronic parts suppliers like Mouser, Digi-key, Newark or whom ever you like to buy electronic components from.

[@frankieguevara9807]

Ok today I hit a hard bumper in my 07 Silverado and my lights that light up the Speedo mph numbers are not working.but all the other lights work even the dimmer.what could that be.

[@jeffescortlx]

You must have a 07 classic and not 07 new body style. The classic style uses incandescent bulbs that the filament becomes brittle with age.

[@frankieguevara9807]

@@jeffescortlx no I have the new body style Silverado.it just happened to me today.i checked all fuses made sure they were good.all the other warning and miles are glowing except the speedo lights.what could that be.

[@frankieguevara9807]

The speedo works perfect.its just the lights

[@jeffescortlx]

So the tach, gas, voltage, oil pressure and tempuature light up fine?

[@frankieguevara9807]

@@jeffescortlx correct.

[@parales03]

What did you set the digital meter to.

[@jeffescortlx]

When? For checking the resistor?

[@parales03]

yes

[@jeffescortlx]

For checking resistors you use the resistance setting ohm Ω.

[@Smiley04111983]

How much do you charge to do this?

[@jeffescortlx]

$100 plus return shipping.

[@Vanessa__R]

I'm having the same issue on my cluster!! How much do you charge to fix it and recalibrate?! 😃😃

[@jeffescortlx]

Vanessa R I charge 100 plus return shipping. Send me a private message if you want more information. Thank!

[@Vanessa__R]

jeffescortlx will do! Thanks

[@FernandoGomez-ne8bh]

I have the same exact problem.

[@lucasgarza3646]

I really need mine fixed

[@adamkingston7441]

Do you have an updated parts list with links? Amazon ones that are posted are obsolete or out of stock. I'm having a hard time finding everything.

[@jeffescortlx]

The only thing that is specific is the MOSFET, the rest of the equipment is open to anything comparable.

[@lucasgarza3646]

I need to send mine how can i

[@jeffescortlx]

Send me a private message for my contact information.

[@sgt13echo]

What's the turnaround time?

[@jeffescortlx]

sgt13echo one business day from when I receive it.

[@sgt13echo]

Thank you! What is the charge?

[@jeffescortlx]

sgt13echo 100$ plus shipping. If your within reasonable shipping distance I can cover the shipping charge.

[@rodfogg7198]

2007 Silverado Dash gauges go to zero three seconds after engine starts, consistently. anybody seen this and have a fix

[@jeffescortlx]

Don't think I've heard of a problem quite like that.

[@inspire_greatness7464]

how much to send to you to fix????

[@jeffescortlx]

You have a 2007 chevy also?

[@inspire_greatness7464]

2007 chevy tahoe ltz

[@jeffescortlx]

Display repair is $100 plus return shipping.

[@NsX98JDm]

jeffescortlx do you have a website or contact info for me to send my cluster as well?

[@NsX98JDm]

jeffescortlx my email is [e-mail]

[@Clay300]

I want the thing to consume less power and I want to replace the florescent display with lcd and a small singleboard pc to send data to my phone

[@jeffescortlx]

A Bluetooth OBD code scanner might send the information your looking for to your phone.

[@Clay300]

@@jeffescortlx I suppose I could just disable all the florecent displays and add my own screens over the top I would also have to emulate the code?

[@jeffescortlx]

@@Clay300 sounds like a lot of work to save less than 700mA. Meanwhile the starter motor consumes 100 amps.

[@Clay300]

@@jeffescortlx honestly i want to cut power consumption to run a PC

[@jeffescortlx]

@@Clay300 I don't understand why your going after trying to save less than one amp to run a PC? Just run a PC, the vehicle has plenty of left over power from the alternator. Desktop PC? If you want efficient consumption don't use a DC to AC power inverter, use a modified DC to DC board to get your needed power rails

[@user-go3gl2ie5c]

Plez make video in indian cars clusters

[@jeffescortlx]

My location doesn't offer that option.

[@user-go3gl2ie5c]

@@jeffescortlx sir do you have any idea's of using , tacho 2008 edition, digipro3, smoke,or obdx300 odometer correction tools

[@jeffescortlx]

@@user-go3gl2ie5c on Chevy yes.

[@user-go3gl2ie5c]

@@jeffescortlx can u teach me on which car's I can use digipro 3. Sir give me your what's up number if I didn't understand something I will take pics and send to you and show me how to solve it.

[@jeffescortlx]

@@user-go3gl2ie5c no thank you. I appreciate the offer but I'll pass.

[@itsmesomeguy]

Ever do this to a dodge cluster...05 RAM

[@jeffescortlx]

Its been a while, don't remember much.

[@itsmesomeguy]

jeffescortlx if the vfd is burnt in the corner does that mean its fried?

[@itsmesomeguy]

jeffescortlx thanks for the reply btw...you'd get a lot of views if ya did a repair video on these particular clusters very common dodge issue

[@jeffescortlx]

itsmesomeguy no. Dark indicator means oxygen has not entered the VFD. If it turns white then you f'd up.

[@jeffescortlx]

If someone sent me a dodge cluster I'd go over it.

[@edmarkham2632]

I wonder if you have heard of Ashley , who also does similar repairs,as you. She goes by the following email address or URL. x_XMissAshleyX_x

[@jonahgregg]

awesome video! any information on that mosfet? I'm actually standing at the counter of the local electrics place and they're lookin at me like I have 2 heads!

[@jonahgregg]

awesome video! any information on that mosfet? I'm actually standing at the counter of the local electrics place and they're lookin at me like I have 2 heads, lol! please help!

[@mr.fixitayala310]

where would you get the parts??

[@jeffescortlx]

Mr. Fixit ayala Anyplace that sells components. Like mouser, digi-key or newark. Maybe even ebay or amazon. Basically the Internet.

[@mr.fixitayala310]

jeffescortlx thank you i will serch for some..