How to Calibrate Gauge Needles on 2000-2006 Audi TT Instrument Cluster After Repair & Testing | TAE

[@nexuqk]

This happens on b5's too,from what i know,on b5's the one made in germany are better and have that stoppers,the ones made in france as i have just drop at slightest movement...my only option is to get the maxidot one made in germany 😬

[@TaninAutoElectronix]

Very true!

[@familyfun9474]

From watching your video, it made my decision on where to get mine fixed. Can't wait to get it back from your shop in working order!

[@CarlosPerdomo]

Just received my 03 Audi TT cluster from you guys. It looks good.

[@scottdavis6186]

Can you install a "post" of some sort to keep the gauge from moving anymore off of zero?

[@TaninAutoElectronix]

You can, but the overlay is so thin it would be difficult to mount one. They have tiny plastic ones that pop in from other models which could be salvaged to use in something like this.

[@jurijss271]

If we talk about specifically Audi TT MK1 - the miss-calibration is NOT related to the shipping carrier handling. The real problem is that RPM and speedometer pointers are made from crap plastic and with the time the plastic degrade and cracks - the exact place where the pointer goes onto the stepper motor shaft is simply slips. So instead of going with pointer stoppers on the face plate or other similar ideas the ONLY correct solution is simply to replace those 2 red pointers. But assuming you can't find a source for those - you can simply fix the cracks on the pointers (with a hot air, or glue or whatever you can do) and forget about that problem.The reason why fuel and temperature doesn't have that problem is because they are made from other kind of plastic which doesn't degrade. However pointer motors for those little gauges fails frequently causing constant miss-calibration and can be easily replaced. In the very rare cases firmware goes bad.

[@rogerthat1963]

great video! Q: I have an MK1 TT as shown in vid. I had a problem with temp and fuel gauge: Fuel jumpy and temp always close to 100c. I changed the 2 step motors. Result: Temp, when engine is at warm and should read 90c, reads just below. Fuel goes to slightly above half full even with full tank. RPM and Speed all running correct. What can the problem be? Any help much appreciated. Thanks !!

[@rogerthat1963]

why would you not glue a small pin (black) to ensure needles dont drop below 0?

[@tonymartinez2031]

What about the battery light not displayed on ?

[@TaninAutoElectronix]

You have a problem with the battery light? Or you are saying in the video?

[@tonymartinez2031]

@@TaninAutoElectronix

[@tonymartinez2031]

@@TaninAutoElectronix. It doesn't come on in my vehicle

[@TaninAutoElectronix]

@@tonymartinez2031 Not sure, might need to have a mechanic scan it and take a look at the vehicle. Unless the cluster was modified or the light was removed.

[@johnhinds6308]

I know this video is old but need ur help. My speedo is out as recently took it out to fix fuel pointer motor and didn't realise about the speedo potentially being knocked out of calibration. From watching ur video am I right in thinking all I need to do is wind it anti clockwise and position it on ZERO and that's it calibrated?

[@TaninAutoElectronix]

Hey John! You have to set the gauge to zero when the cluster is off, then set the ignition switch to the first click (not fully on) and the gauge should move (sometimes the needle moves up a little sometimes doesn't and it stays at the same place). The goal is for the mph needle to be at zero when the first click of the key is on. If it is not on zero, then turn off the car (disconnect the cluster because even though the cluster is off it still has some power so the needles are stiff so the cluster needs to be disconnected) then redo the process until you get it at zero. Send us an email if you need anything else! [e-mail]

[@johnhinds6308]

@@TaninAutoElectronix thank u so much for ur help. I'm in the UK and will try this in the morning and let u know how I get on. Again my thanks to you 🤞👍

[@stephensutherland5967]

Thank you, worked perfectly for me recalibrating by hand

[@TaninAutoElectronix]

Great to hear!

[@playhouse888]

My son and I just replaced his LCD screen. It worked fine for about 5 minuets. We turned off the car and now the screen is totally red just like in your video @ 5:12. Do you know why?

[@TaninAutoElectronix]

Hello! Can you send us some more information about your vehicle so I can see if we can help? 262-456-4147 [e-mail]

[@playhouse888]

@@TaninAutoElectronix I already fixed it by re-soldering the ribbon contacts. I did a neater job this time. Thanks though!

[@calthomas22]

@taninautoelectronix I'm not sure if you will see this, but I am all the way over in the UK. I just replaced the speedometer needle as it would not more. This has helped, as the needle will function until you hit 30 mph. At speeds in excess of 30 mph the needle falls back to 0? How do I fix this?

[@TaninAutoElectronix]

Hello! If you could email us some additional information about your vehicle, we'd be happy to see what we can do to assist you in getting your speedometer gauge issue fixed! [e-mail]

[@UptownFights]

How about the temp and fuel gauge calibration? I just replaced my lcd, took me 3 trys. But on the second try I accidently put the front bezel cover on and pinched the temp needle. After unpinching it, it does nothing. Is that step motor shot now?

[@djmederos1]

How much do you charge to repair a cluster of 04 Audi TT 3.2,,it needs a led screen and gauges don’t work

[@TaninAutoElectronix]

Hey DJ! Here is the link for our LCD replacement service: www.taninautoelectronix.com/product/2000-2006-audi-tt-instrument-cluster-repair/ Or the LCD alone to install yourself: www.taninautoelectronix.com/product/tae-2000-2006-audi-tt-instrument-cluster-lcd-screen/ We don't offer a service for the gauge motor replacement, but we do offer them as DIY products, if you're comfortable taking on the task yourself! www.taninautoelectronix.com/product/2000-2006-audi-tt-stepper-motor/ Let us know if you have any other questions! [e-mail]

[@JonathanWilnerHLS]

My fuel gauge is showing 1/2 tank even after it is full, I thought it was the sending unit but that is part of the fuel pump, I replaced that and still at square one, any ideas

[@jaxg5892]

Hey Jonathan! Unfortunately thats a clear sign the cluster is bad and needs to be replaced. We can't source the replacements for the Audi TT's, so you'd have to visit the dealership. Sorry about that! I hate seeing situations like this where we can't be more helpful :(

[@TaninAutoElectronix]

Hey Jonathan! Unfortunately thats a clear sign the cluster is bad and needs to be replaced. We can't source the replacements for the Audi TT's, so you'd have to visit the dealership. Sorry about that! I hate seeing situations like this where we can't be more helpful :(

[@devoidtechtips]

Thanks! That helped me out alot! I have a 1999 Model but it seems the same Thing you mentioned applied to it after we had taken the dash out to test it on the same TT, afterwards the Cluster for the speedometer was wiggling around when we put it in. Thing is, that Information cant be found easily. Thanks again from Germany for helping out.

[@nasiriqbal9105]

I have a Audi A3 1.9 TDI 54 plate I have had the Speedo clocks changed as mine went faulty Ave had the new ones reprogrammed My Rpm and Speedo don’t work But the fuel and temp are working Ave TRYED a spare set that I have With the spare set of clocks My Speedo and Rpm work But the temp and fuel Don’t Any ideas or help would be appreciated Thanks

[@TaninAutoElectronix]

Hello Nasir! Can you send us some more information about your vehicle so I can see if we can help? 262-456-4147 [e-mail]

[@tadman3d]

you could install a permanent stopper at zero?

[@TaninAutoElectronix]

Yes we can! Send us a message for some pricing information [e-mail] 262-456-4147

[@GamjaField]

Can you tell me the reason behind you turning it counter clockwise when calibrating it?

[@TaninAutoElectronix]

It's just the way it goes!

[@DgMovies]

Friend, good afternoon! Could you tell me which pins I must turn on to be able to plug the panel into the workbench?

[@TaninAutoElectronix]

Thanks for reaching out! However, this isn't information we generally give out, so you will need to locate wiring schematics to determine this.

[@DgMovies]

@@TaninAutoElectronix ok... Thanks...

[@MM-zr3dm]

Go to vaglinks.com Look for Bentley_Audi_A4_B5_WiringDiagram Go to page 18 of 21 of PDF file, page is marked 2/18, power is on T32 pin 22 red wire and ground is on T32 pin 32 brown wire. T32 is Blue connector.

[@yulmerced4434]

How do you power up like that?

[@TaninAutoElectronix]

We use generally use a 12V power supply and other testing equipment so we're able to test units on the bench.

[@yulmerced4434]

@@TaninAutoElectronix i have a 12v source but i'm afraid to power the wrong pin i just wanna be able to light up the leds to change the dead ones i guess my question would be on witch of the 3 plug and what pin should i provide 12v power to power up the leds. thanks

[@TaninAutoElectronix]

@@yulmerced4434 sorry for the misunderstanding! Unfortunately, this isn't information we generally give out, so you will need to locate wiring schematics to determine this.

[@sweetwilliam61841]

wanted to know if a needle stop could be glued to the face to keep it from dropping below zero....just like every other mechanical cluster had

[@TaninAutoElectronix]

Yes, something like that would work. We now ship them with removable foam blocks that hold the needles at 0.

[@sweetwilliam61841]

Ok another question perhaps you know the answer to..I have a friend that had a electrical fire in his 04 TT..cluster is toast and unusable..he has sourced all the parts to replace from a wreck but from what I understand that year TT has a immobilizer that is paired to the cluster..what does he need to do so that he can avoid buying a brand new cluster from Audi..as they told him they will not pair anything but a new cluster bought from them?

[@TaninAutoElectronix]

Have him email us at [e-mail] and we can assist!

[@danielpurzua]

How to sell a cluster service maybe did you mean, it didn’t help nothing if anyone wants todo in house

[@TaninAutoElectronix]

Correct, that is our business so we advertise our services

[@man1968ify]

This dude kept repeating the same thing for 10 min. Lol

[@TaninAutoElectronix]

*5 minutes

[@danchirnside6590]

So, not a how-to video, then?!

[@TaninAutoElectronix]

4:30 shows exactly where the needles are to be calibrated and set

[@baterystajuly1]

Bro you have insta

[@TaninAutoElectronix]

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