Toyota camry: Secret gauge cluster repair: What the cluster repair shops don't want you to know!!!!!

I had issues with my Speedometer on my 99 Camry project. The speedometer would begin to bounce and the odometer would begin to flicker and then both would stop working shortly after. Once this occurred the transmission won't shift normally and the torque converter won't go into lock up on the interstate. I spent a lot of time reading and researching and looking on KZbin and couldn't find good information on what was causing the issue. I finally found a repair forum that talked about this issue and what it takes to repair it. I will show in this video, how to remove the cluster and disassemble it, then what you are looking for on the speedometer head. This could be a problem on many Toyota's of that generation, not just the Camry. I haven't proven that at this point, but If yours is having the symptoms that I describe in the video, I would certainly take a look to see if this was the cause.
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[@ScottBassett-td7qy]

Excellent video. I appreciate the detailed steps. You saved me a $120 repair bill. I have a 98 Camry with 250K+ miles. Exact same symptoms (intermittent). Car was throwing a P500 error code as well, which I assumed meant the VSS. Tried replacing Speed Sensor first, but that did not fix problem. I saw your video. Ordered part from DigiKey. I purchased the suggested replacement part (4 MHz oscillator, at 47 pF). Manufacturer part# CSTLS4M00G56Z-B0. Had a friend solder in part. Local electronics shop wanted more than the entire instrument cluster was worth to solder in part. Drove car for a while, and no issue so far. Time will tell... You're the BEST!

[@RealWorldGarage]

Awesome 👏!!! Thanks for giving pn#’s I’m pinning this to the top !!!

[@davidblum3982]

This fix worked. I would also share that the defective ceramic resonator had blown up to twice the size of the replacement part. Thank you for sharing.

[@RealWorldGarage]

Thanks for sharing, I love these success stories!!! Another one FIXED!!!

[@ricky-sanchez]

People are reselling failed clusters online and on ebay. If you buy a used cluster and replace it in your vehicle and the misfires and erratic symptoms still occur, this video is the only fix. Thnx for this video!!

[@willgagnon8810]

Just had the same issue. 1999 Camry. On the way home, the speedometer went haywire, transmission felt like it was slipping and the engine light came on all at the same time. Ran it through a scanner and code PO500 came up. Googled the code and searched for answers until I came across your video. Ran through everything you did step by step. It’s been almost 3 weeks since the repair. Thank you so much!! I would’ve taken the mechanics advise of installing a new speed sensor. You saved me so much time and $. Hope someone else that has the same issue can see this video! Thank you sir!

[@RealWorldGarage]

This is precisely why I do these videos. I’m so glad it helped you. When I made this video, I couldn’t find anyone that showed how to repair it, or what was actually happening. I went through many rabbit holes on different forums and found an engineer who had found the problem, but as I said there wasn’t any video on it. In todays fast paced world, many folks don’t have time to chase those rabbits and need an answer quickly. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@mikefletschock1105]

Thank you for making this video. This fixed my problem with my 1998 Toyota Camry speedometer. Instructions were easy to follow. My main issue was finding someone that could do the soldering... Took many phone calls and word of mouth before I found someone to do it.

[@RealWorldGarage]

It certainly did help that I had an electronics man as a friend. I could’ve done it myself more than likely, but I knew this was what they did all day every day. Thanks for watching and commenting

[@orlalara]

This is just awesome. Thank you so much for this video and the detailed instructions. I had the VSS conector broken (camry 98), repaired it and didn't work. After almost giving up and buying a cluster, just found this video. Replaced the blue resonator and it fixed both odo and speedometer. You are right, the transmission behaves erratic without the speed signal, it sometimes engages too soon, and sometimes too late. Thank you again, God bless you!

[@RealWorldGarage]

Glad it was able to help you!!! Thanks for watching. Please subscribe for more content!!

[@clintonschubert5091]

Thank you so much, you did a fantastic job on how to fix this problem and how you made it very easy to follow. My 1998 Camry has the same problem and I have already replaced the speed sensor and that wasn’t it. To think that it was a blue football shaped resister behind the instrument cluster. Would have never figured it out, God Bless you for the good instructions .

[@RealWorldGarage]

Thanks for the kind words and Im glad i was able to help you!! thanks for watching and commenting

[@jking3892]

AWESOME AWESOME Video Thank you so much. I changed my speed sensor over and over, traced wiring and voltages.. and this was the fix

[@johnlevy9948]

You answered a problem I have been trying to solve for a long time. I purchased the resistor from digi key and had a telephone repair shop remove and replace. Thanks for being here and sharing your research.

[@RealWorldGarage]

👊🏻 appreciate it!! This is why I started my channel, to try to share the things I’ve learned as a mechanic. Sometimes it’s difficult to get it formulated in a video. But I try, and have improved over time. Thanks again for watching and commenting. These kind make my day!!!

[@bahireldiwany1735]

I cannot thank you enough. You solved one of the most difficult problems that I faced in auto repair. Everything you said was very accurate and the repair was very easy. Even getting the part was very easy. Thank you again and God Bless.

[@RealWorldGarage]

I’m so glad this helped you. Please subscribe for more content like this.

[@diatramozaloni8498]

YOU are a God-Send, I spent days trying to find the fix after replacing the speed sensor ( top of trans ) with NO fix, .Digikey no longer has this item, BUT I found it on Amazon.. lucky for me, very grateful for your EXCELLENT video with all the time & detail you spent..

[@RealWorldGarage]

Thanks for the update on the part availability. Since the pandemic hit there have been supply chain issues World wide. I also appreciate your kind words. Thanks and Gods speed!!

[@arthurjohnson4582]

Thanks for the directions I got my instructions working again after I ordered the ZTT 4.00mg ceremic Resonator.

[@RaptorJesus696]

Thank you man I found the fix and then I found your video, I am ordering all the stuff to solder it now. I have 2 clusters to try it on, wish me luck

[@RealWorldGarage]

It may take a while to get it. Shipping has been slow on this part at times, at least that has been what was reported back to me.

[@leroypeck127]

Thank you for posting this tutorial. You have saved me a lot of grief!

[@RealWorldGarage]

Leroy Peck thank you glad it helped you. That’s the whole reason I started this channel.

[@brianshanahan3878]

THANK YOU!!!! I have been trying to solve this problem for over 2 years now! I was about ready to replace the speed sensor.

[@RealWorldGarage]

Thank you for watching.

[@joshualovvorn3233]

Thank you my 1998 Camry just started doing this. I didn't think that could have been it being it only has 73,000 miles but i really hope this is the problem. Thanks again

[@RealWorldGarage]

You’re very welcome

[@graham6755]

Its likely part of an oscillator, it is a 4MHz Ceramic Resonator, (4 million cycles per second) and probably part of the clock circuit which drives the LCD display, My Camry has just started doing this, and I will post more once I remove the speedometer and investigate, thank you for doing the hard miles to find this problem Mahalo...

[@RealWorldGarage]

We’re you able to confirm this was the problem?? Thanks for watching!!

[@graham6755]

@@RealWorldGarage Hi there I have not had a chance to look at this yet, trying to survive the COVID over here in Hawaii, But I will defiantly post what I find out once I start the repair.. Mahalo..

[@RealWorldGarage]

@@graham6755 were you able to get this figured out?? Hope you’re doing well there, it’s improving on the mainland. ✌️

[@graham6755]

@@RealWorldGarage very sorry, the fault only just started appearing again, due to summer starting , So I think its also heat related,,, I just haven't had the time to get in to it, If I wait a little while, it starts working again, which adds some more to the mystery... I have two fractures in my lower back and cars are the absolute worst thing for me to work on, So I prolly wont pull it apart unless i absolutely have to... But if and when I do I will investigate the circuit.... best Graham

[@RealWorldGarage]

@@graham6755 no worries. Prayers for rapid healing for your back. 🙏🏼

[@autoinfo9288]

Thank you sharing this problem I m also finding but I coulde not found the problem now I got it thank you .

[@EverH0p3]

Really appreciate the detail! All the best from OZ!!

[@RealWorldGarage]

Much appreciated! I hope it helps you out.

[@rickodit7256]

I have a 97 lexus es 300 with the same problem, thanks a lot with this info, gonna look into it. I do have error codes given but a symptom that i experience is that is happens only at high outside temperatures, mostly around 80 something fahrenheit, when its colder everything is o.k. I'm living in tropics so is hot most of the time.

[@RealWorldGarage]

Being that this was really a high end Camry/Avalon platform, it would seem to reason that it would have the same potential components. Please let me know if this rectifies the problem. Make sure the other codes aren’t something that could affect it. The piece I show in the video didn’t really have any codes.

[@rickodit7256]

@@RealWorldGarage will do, thanks a lot, i'll post the results if finished

[@halstaples2469]

Excellent research and information. Thank you sir!!!

[@RealWorldGarage]

Thanks for the kind words, also thanks for watching and commenting!!

[@thedbguy7805]

OMG! Nice Job With This Video! I have been fighting with this problem for the past year and a half. I barely passed my Annual Inspection last year, because my VSS (Vehicle Speed Sensor) Circuit HAPPENED to work long enough to pass it. God Smiled On Me THAT Time. A month later--it failed again. It worked one day and the next day it wouldn't. It would fail when the engine was cold, and then it would work. Now it is not working at all. i thought that the VSS failed again, so it took it back to the store, because it had a lifetime warranty. I installed the new one, but the problem was still not solved. At the time of this message, I was looking online for an electrical diagram, to try and decifer this problem. I found the Toyota Forum you talked about and was directed to another video and then YOUR video. I am SO GLAD I DID. Thanks to YOU, I will be able to do this job and probably have this problem solved. THANK YOU SO MUCH! GOD BLESS YOU!

[@RealWorldGarage]

TheDBGuy I hope this fixes the problem, as I said in the video, someone smarter than me (well let’s say educated in a field I am not, figured it out). I just videoed the process. Please come back and keep me advised if this fixes it. Thanks again!!

[@Joelelmacizoful]

Did you have the check engine light after cluster failed? I'm having the same problem. I have check engine light on and the code is P0500. I replaced the VSS but nothing. The miles doesn't work and the speed meter also doesn't work. You think changing the cluster will fix my problem?

[@RealWorldGarage]

Thanks for reaching out. It sounds like you could have a different problem. The only code I had in the ECM was a p0420 catalyst below efficiency. I did a little reading, I’ll post a link to one solution I found. See if it fits your problem. Hope it helps. ✌️ www.camryforums.com/forum/ecu-electronics-12/finally-solved-p0500-code-1999-camry-50233/

[@RealWorldGarage]

This video specifically is targeted to the blue resistor failed on the speed o circuit board. I bought another cluster and it had the same issue. The Camry in my video is still working flawlessly.

[@Joelelmacizoful]

Alright, let me update my info about this issue. When I replaced the whole assembly cluster it made the check engine light go away. I had the check engine light on. I did everything i could but nothing fix my problem. I bought one at the junk yard and installed it. It's running great without any issues. So those issues can make the check engine light turn on. The code that I had was P0500 VSS. I didn't find the answer for my problem here but it did help me a lot. Thanks

[@HARRUMPH-SAL]

Same exact issue on my 99 Camry with 91,000 original miles. It's intermittent aggravation. Now I know what to do. Well done.

[@RealWorldGarage]

Thanks so much. That’s always our goal, to show others how to fix it cheap and easy if that’s possible. Sometimes it isn’t, but it’s still the goal.

[@HARRUMPH-SAL]

@@RealWorldGarage I thought had this problem fixed in my 99 Camry 4 cyl about 2 months ago at 91,000 original miles. The car worked perfectly until a few days ago, when at 93,550, the intermittent problem returned. Blank odometer, pushing the trip stem to resume drive-ability... aggravating limp mode has returned. I did buy 10 of the recommended resonators for $5., but it looks like there's an issue in addition to the resonator. Thoughts, RWG? many thanks for your great work. SAL

[@RealWorldGarage]

SAL R make sure the solder joints are solid?? Like I said in the video, I’m not into electronics repair. That’s why I had someone I know who does it day in and day out, solder it back on the board. If you are familiar with that then I’m not telling you anything you don’t already know. I don’t think loss of the speed sensor signal will stop the odometer from coming on. You may check to see that all of the screws are tight that secure the speedo head to the cluster. It may also be a break in the printed circuit.

[@RealWorldGarage]

Here’s also another thought too, the original components were Denso, the replacements we are using are unknown quality from China. I guess it could be possible that the new one failed, if all the stuff I mentioned above checks out, try installing another one and see. Please keep me advised. I certainly don’t know everything, I’m always looking to learn something new.

[@HARRUMPH-SAL]

@@RealWorldGarage A wiz-friend put the third resonator in 3 days ago, checking the whole board. I drove the car about 30 miles over 2 days with no issues. The car didn't go 5 minutes today and the odometer crapped out again. I now believe part of the issue is heat on the cluster, possibly compromising the Chinese parts. The car was parked in the shade on the days I drove it. Then, after sitting in 90d heat/sun all day on day 3, trouble came quickly for my son. I'm done. Time to send it to a pro shop that specializes in cluster repair. Defeat is such a bitter pill. I'll keep you posted.

[@a7thocean]

Thank You for sharing!✊I ordered the part ztt 4.0mg, bending the resonator at 45 degree did not help, I noticed it acts up only when my AC is off, I guess cooler air circulation under the dash helps resonator stay cooler and working, mine s 2000 solara, 2.2 automatic

[@RealWorldGarage]

FY: mine is still working. Thanks for watching and commenting

[@ignacioanaya3403]

I have a 96 Rav4 with the two problems, the speedometer and odometer not working, I will take a look at the capacitor in the cluster, thanks for your advice.

[@RealWorldGarage]

I hope this helps you, Toyota likes to use similar technology across many models. Thanks for commenting and subscribing. Hope it helps!!

[@danmessner6941]

I performed this repair on my 1997, 3.0 liter V6 Camry. The problem manifested itself in August 2019, while I was driving home from work. At that time, I was able to drive the vehicle about two weeks before the problem would re-occur. I watched this video in early June. At that time. I was able to drive the vehicle a maximum of fifteen miles before the problem re-occurred. I was able to remove the old resistor and solder the new one in myself. It has been one month and the problem has not re-occurred. Thanks for posting this repair.

[@RealWorldGarage]

Dan Messner very welcome, I had to do a lot of reading and research to find out what was wrong. My dad was on the hunt reading and researching a repair as well. We found the same article. An electrical engineer was the one who found told how to fix it. It was an article a few years old. I just wanted to film it, I’m a visual learner and I know lots of others are as well. Thanks for watching. I’m glad it helped you, it’s. Why I started my channel!!!

[@roostercogburn7243]

It's been 10 months now. Is it still working good?

[@fazenne]

Have similar problem. Replaced the speed sensor still not working. Gonna try this when I have the time. Thanks a lot for the video

[@RealWorldGarage]

Make sure it has the same symptoms as I describe in the video. It has fixed several from the comments I have received. Good luck, and if you have any questions, I’ll try to get you an answer if I know one. Thanks for watching and commenting!!

[@robertlau4141]

Very informative video👍

[@cypher8_]

Thank you. This saved me so much money

[@RealWorldGarage]

That’s awesome!! I’m glad it helped you: thanks for watching and commenting.

[@josebernalmiller1267]

I have a 2001 Tundra I been dealing with the same problem I am going to check in to it I will let know the results thank you

[@RealWorldGarage]

Toyota was known for using the same technologies across many of their models. Please let me know if this fixes it. Good luck and as always thanks for watching commenting and subscribing.

[@garywanner7860]

Excellent video, thank you for making and posting this. The speedometer on my 99 Camry will not function if the car has been sitting in the hot sun. Once the car interior cools down, the speedometer pops back up! I'm going to check and see if the odometer is blank at the same time, then I'll know what the culprit is. Appreciate what you do!

[@RealWorldGarage]

Thanks

[@MattStern-Craco11]

Very interesting, i’ve been at this for quite some time as well.. My 2000 Camry 4-cylinder, has the same shifting problems. I thought it was the speed sensor, ordered one, same issues shifting. Checked all the wiring, nothing changed. My difference is that my speedometer has always worked, same with the odometer during this problem. But the symptoms everyone has described is exactly the same. I know the speed sensor is sending a signal to the cluster. The problem is that It’s just not leaving the cluster to inform everything else, ECM, cruise control, and transmission. I looked for the part you have listed, it’s no longer available.. any recommendations would be much appreciated.. thanks, I enjoyed the video..

[@RealWorldGarage]

I’ve heard others say that as well, about it not being available. But it would seem you need to be looking for a wiring issue or potential PCM??

[@sergiochacon5038]

Thank you very good schooling 👍👍👍

[@eskewyoung9609]

Thank you. I am in Nicaragua and can not find any parts for my 1999 Toyota Camry. I am going to try this fix. I bet it will work. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you.

[@eskewyoung9609]

Well I replaced what they call here the crystal. My speedometer is now working. Just one problem. The needle when I turn on the ignition goes to 80 kph and starts working there. I need to find out how to reset the speedometer needle. OH! The trans is shifting much more smoothly. Thank you, thank you. One more thing. No more engine light on.

[@roostercogburn7243]

@@eskewyoung9609 You may have the wrong "crystal" maybe?

[@MichaelPittmanJr.]

😮 that electric engineer was Jason wasn't it 😅. Good guy!

[@RealWorldGarage]

I can’t remember now.

[@MichaelPittmanJr.]

@@RealWorldGarage I just had left that carguru page and found you. I ordered the ceramic res yesterday 😆

[@RealWorldGarage]

@MichaelPittmanJr. Where did you find it?? It’s my understanding Digikey isn’t carrying it any longer.

[@freedomman1981able]

Thank you so much, Sir.

[@RealWorldGarage]

I hope you were able to get yours fixed.

[@freedomisacred1495]

The 4mhz 30picfarad ceramic resonated capacitor you listed has been discontinued. Would anyone know a compatible one to replace it with?

[@richardgraham8568]

Great information, thank you. You mentioned some of the Models and years they fit. I believe you mentioned the Toyota Rav4, 2001-2003. I don’t know the website you were cross referencing for that information, can you post that , or tell me if it will work, or the correct part number for a 1998 Toyota RAV4. Thanks muck, Richard.

[@RealWorldGarage]

Open the description of this video and the direct link to the part is there. I don’t know if this is the same as the Rav 4 for sure, but the same or similar power train was used, so it seems to reason it would be the same.

[@lightworker303]

Thank you. Hopefully this fixes my issue. I have a 2000 V6 with 99k miles. If it works I will update back here. Replaced the VSS I was sure would be the issue but it didn't fix it. Guess there's a chance my low end part from Amazon was faulty as well.

[@RealWorldGarage]

I can’t speak to whether or not the V6 is the same?? But it would seem to reason that it is. I would greatly appreciate you updating it and let me/us know. If it is displaying the same symptoms as I have described in the video, I would think it would work. 👍

[@lightworker303]

@@RealWorldGarage I will be the guinea pig and update back. Placed my order tonight.

[@RealWorldGarage]

Sounds good!!! Are you capable of soldering it yourself or are you going to have an electronics shop do it??

[@lightworker303]

@Real World Garage I can solder yes. Just did a similar repair on a prius cluster

[@buildersedge888]

Hi RWG. Thank you for taking the time and putting in the effort to create this video. It's a very informative, very well edited and thought provoking. I recently purchased a 2000 Camry for my daughter-in-law. I drove the car about 300 miles to deliver it and the next morning started experiencing the same issues you are having. One question you didn't address in your video. Did your 10 amp "gauge" fuse blow each time you experienced this problem? As you know, that fuse is located next to the steering wheel (in the fuse box to the left). If that fuse is blowing, couldn't that be caused by a short on that same circuit? I've also read in some other posts that sometimes the connections at the cluster can get funky after 20 years and cleaning them up with electrical grease can help. Any thoughts on that? Anyway, thank you again for doing such a great job. Very kind of you.

[@RealWorldGarage]

While I have not experienced what you are describing, I’ve known others who have. It is likely a failed safety neutral switch causing the fuse to blow.

[@joshuadasondavid6477]

Mines is Toyota 1996 Camry, my RPM most of the times doesn't pass 1, so my speedometer doesn't pass 60, sometimes it doesn't even move.. any idea, can this be the same reason but at the RPM side? But my car runs smooth sometimes rev's by itself and get back normal

[@RealWorldGarage]

It’s difficult to say 100% accurately what the problem is. It might be a failed tachometer or could be a failing sensor.

[@joshuadasondavid6477]

@@RealWorldGarage I'm going to check the tachometer today first as a first step

[@junebug92x]

i have 98 camry with v6,,,,same part ? thanks for awesome vid !

[@RealWorldGarage]

I haven’t looked at the v6 cluster but I’d think it is.

[@vp9179]

This was great info and demonstration. Does the same Part work on the 1998 Camry V6 with Auto Trans? You said that it works for the V4 Auto Trans. Thanks.

[@RealWorldGarage]

I’m pretty sure it’s the same thing. You can pull your cluster and look for the resistor. If it’s got the same symptoms as I describe, I’m pretty confident this is the issue. The parts are cheap, you’ll spend more on shipping than actual parts. Thanks for the kind words, as well as watching and commenting. ✌️

[@average_chickennugget1483]

Hope ur thumb is doing better thank you for the video

[@roostercogburn7243]

Lol

[@oldguy5458]

Good job,,Thanks for showing this repair,,,A different title with the words odometer/speedometer not working on a Toyota may make this video easier to find in the search engine..Just a suggestion,,,Best Regards

[@leonhernandez4591]

Video is very helpful thank you quick question though I ordered that part but they send me a brown one and it has z4.00m would that make a difference

[@RealWorldGarage]

As I said I’m not an electronics guy. But if you ordered the part number I included it should be fine. Some times part numbers will change or cross over to a different item that will work exactly the same. Thanks for watching.

[@Agrillot6]

Mine was blue, just got it Saturday.

[@thepeoplesnews1328]

Will this part fix the mileage counter or trip counter my light is very dark can’t see how many mile traveled.

[@RealWorldGarage]

If you mean that the display of the mileage is very dark?? That is probably a failed LCD display screen. This won’t fix that. This just fixes if the numbers begin to disappear and then the transmission begins to shift weird. I’ve found that it needs to have all of the symptoms I note in the video for this repair to work. If the display dark you may need to source one from a wrecking yard or maybe eBay.

[@TheBigfoot567]

I checked Digikey online for the ZTT-4 ceramic resistor and came up with nothing. It's been a few years. Anyone know if this part number is still good? Thanks for any assistance.!!

[@RealWorldGarage]

I’m seeing that apparently the part number has changed. You might reach out to digikey and see it they have something to replace it.

[@cadenm6349]

Could this also fix issues with Lexus? 97 ES300 has speedometer and odometer have been cutting out in the heat. I know the Es300 is essentially a camry, wondering if this would fix that issue.

[@RealWorldGarage]

I would inspect the speed o head and see if it has the same part as what I talk about and show in this video. If the symptoms are what I describe, and the components look the same, then this could be the fix. The parts are very cheap to try. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@blackwolfx6740]

I have the same problem out my 02 Camry i put a new speed sensor in it an it did nothing an the cluster is new an also it doesn't want to read the cruise control btw

[@RealWorldGarage]

I would be looking closely at the connectors for any corrosion or loose/spread terminals. A wiring diagram would help you chase down the wires and check for continuity. Also check all of your fuses.

[@DaoLe-ci5nv]

I changed the oscillator, the odometer doesn't work, but not correct way. It shows only 20mph in speed of 40mph. What do you think what I did wrong?

[@RealWorldGarage]

It’s difficult to say without seeing it. But if you’re not very careful with the soldering technique, you can damage the circuit board or get the solder somewhere it doesn’t belong. It doesn’t take much. It’s why I took mine to an electronics repair shop, they have very good equipment and the skills to make a good repair. You may have to source a good used one.

[@betelmartinez8575]

If you just replace the cluster would it show different mileage ? Or the originals car mileage that the cluster came from

[@RealWorldGarage]

From what I observed the mileage remains with the odometer in the cluster. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@johngarcia6434]

I ordered the wrong capacitor I needed 30pf and I got 40pf capacitance? Or can I use the one with higherpf ?

[@RealWorldGarage]

Since I’m not a electronics guy, I can’t really answer that question. I just went with what the gentleman that wrote the article said. He was actually an engineer if my memory serves me correctly.

[@ShadowStarProductions]

Hello and thank you for posting! I have a weird issue with my 2000 Camry 2.2 odometer. The speedometer works but the odometer stopped incrementing, it displays the miles but does not advance and has not for about a year. Any ideas or fixes?

[@RealWorldGarage]

I would have to think that something has happened to the gauge cluster and the signal to the odometer. The trip doesn’t advance either??? I would suggest trying to get a used unit and see if it begins counting the mileage again. Because if it’s seeing speed o meter signal, it should be seeing what it needs to advance.

[@ShadowStarProductions]

@@RealWorldGarage Thank you for chiming in. Trip button does nothing, stays on the vehicle miles, 206,808 😶

[@RealWorldGarage]

Yeah I’d definitely be looking at another cluster. Something has definitely given up in the speed o meter head.

[@izzedine579]

Question please... The cluster with the begining of the video is without the transmission levels lights... How !!???

[@RealWorldGarage]

Not all of them had that option.

[@Godswilln]

Will this work for 02 toyota camry? I had my speed sensor replaced back in dec 2020 and when i picked my vehicle up from shop it worked for 1 day then the speedometer and odometer is not working but the car doesn't drive erratically anymore but no speed or mileage..the mechanic claims he doesnt have the machine to test the issue 🙄 Do you have any advice for me?

[@RealWorldGarage]

If the car isn’t shifting erratically, I would say that the PCM is getting the signal through the speed o meter. Some other component in the gauge cluster or speed o meter head has likely failed. If you are handy at all, I would say go to a junk yard and pull one out of another 2002 with same engine transmission combination, and install it and see if it comes back to life.

[@javierventura4077]

So if my od is working but my speedo not working ive been told its the capacitors on speedo motherboard

[@RealWorldGarage]

Not being an electronics guy, I can’t say yes or no. But I would say that it rings true based on my experience. You maybe able to salvage a head from a used unit. But you don’t know what you’re getting, so it’s going to be a gamble. TBH on an older car like these I’d likely use a GPS SPEED o app on my phone. That’s what I’ve done on some of the really old cars (50-60s) I have messed with. While not ideal, it will keep you out of trouble with Johnny Law.

[@phillmat5079]

Thanks my Friend. ¿That cluster are compatible for 1994 camry?

[@RealWorldGarage]

To be honest I do not know for 100% but from a quick search I see they use the same speed sensor, so It is very possible it is the same. It is typically very easy to remove the cluster and look for the resistor.

[@reynaldorangel2437]

That exact part on the link is obsolete but there is a similar one that has a capacitance of 47 instead of 30 do you think that would make a difference?

[@RealWorldGarage]

I’m not an electronics professional, I’m a mechanic. After exhaustive searches on repairing this issue, I found a write up in a Toyota forum, that was written by electrical engineer. He gave all of the technical specs of what part was needed. Someone at DIGIKEY should be able to tell you if they have something that will work. Thanks for watching and commenting. I hope this helps.

[@truthorconsequences35]

I got that part thats bigger and just put it on my daughters Camry.4 cyl. 1998 & so far its working!! She hasnt driven very far yet maybe 10 miles. I will drive more & post here again.

[@JP-uu2rw]

92-96 Camry's have an electro-mechanical odometer meaning its the old style odometer wheels with the numbers but is electronically operated so could not meet one of the 2 conditions

[@RealWorldGarage]

Sorry this didn’t resolve your issues. Thanks for watching and commenting. I don’t know if you saw the other videos on this Camry, but I put an engine from a 96 in this 99.

[@JP-uu2rw]

@@RealWorldGarage Thank you I did not have an issue I was just pointing out for the audience that this problem would not apply to those who own the 92-96 Camry because it does not have a digital Odometer and so it would not be possible to meet those 2 conditions you mentioned of the odometer display not working and the needle not moving.

[@Dustiehippo]

@@JP-uu2rw I have a 95 Toyota Camry with the v6 and the speedo is erratic as well as erratic shifts and cruise control isn't working properly either as it cuts off when the speedo malfunctions. is it a capacitor or a VSS problem? thanks

[@RealWorldGarage]

Does the odometer stop working?? And by that I mean the digital odometer read out will go blank. If it does it’s the capacitor, if not it’s likely the VSS.

[@1menwolfpack550]

WHAT IF YOU GET A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON WITH A CODE? I HAVE ALREADY REPLACED THE SPEED SENSOR AND NOTHING... HOPEFULLY THIS WILL HELP

[@RealWorldGarage]

Follow what I say about symptoms and compare them to yours.

[@1menwolfpack550]

@@RealWorldGarage JUST CHECKED THEIR WEBSITE AND THEY ARE NO LONGER MANUFACTURED!!!

[@raulierosales7475]

My Speedometer and Odometer both have not been working on my 1999 camry for ages. I replaced my speed sensor (had no effect at all on the car what so ever) as well as replaced the ceramic resonator. After replacing the ceramic resonator my odometer began to work, but my speedometer still isn't. Any ideas? I'm thinking I may have to replace the cluster entirely.

[@RealWorldGarage]

Possibly. Have you tried bumping the dash while you are driving to see if it will start working. If it’s been sitting unmoved for a long time it maybe stuck there. I have done that before with others and they started working.

[@Friendlyx333]

Unless you bought a replacement OEM speed sensor you may have bought a dud.

[@iovgrkso]

It also works on Toyota Camry 1998 LE speedometer?

[@RealWorldGarage]

It should be the same.

[@thannsomnang4112]

if ask the ZTT 4.00 MG and 4.00 G1g work the same

[@bdm408]

Awesome video and extremely informative! So I came looking for information on the fuel gauge. Mine reads fine from full tank down to about half but stops reading below that level and stays stuck at half tank. I already swapped out the fuel sending unit and tested the resistance from the float and it works fine from around 4 ohms to around 115 ohms. So my guess is my actual fuel gauge is bad. Would you happen to have any info on that or know what steps I could take to fix mine? Could I simply swap out the fuel gauge? Thank u in advance for any info and time you spend helping me out. Much appreciated 🙏

[@RealWorldGarage]

I have not looked into the fuel gauge. Mine has had no issues. I still have the extra cluster. I will pull it apart and look at the fuel gauge to see what it looks like, and if you can repair it.

[@RealWorldGarage]

bdm408 I have made a video on the fuel gauge for you. I hope it is helpful for you.

[@bdm408]

Real World Garage thanx again for the video! Blessings 🙏

[@RealWorldGarage]

bdm408 you as well. Hope you’re able to get it fixed. I’ve had a few cars over the years the fuel gauge has been inaccurate. I’ve only run out once about 200yards from the gas station.

[@roostercogburn7243]

@@RealWorldGarage After reading that you made a video over a comment. I'm following. You're a good dude.

[@dgrave13]

Can't find this part. Can you sell me one or can you direct me to where I might find one. Thanks

[@RealWorldGarage]

I’ve asked a few people that have posted about fixing theirs, where they got the part. At the time of this filming and posting it was available through Digikey. Things changed due to supply chain issues during and after the pandemic. So it has become harder to find. As cheap as the component is, I’d suggest buying a few and store in a cool dry place. For future repairs. It’s possible that another failure to the dash cluster could happen and you’d have to get a used cluster and end up with another failed speed o meter that would need this part.

[@kenwong648]

The company no longer carry the part. Do you have any ceramic resonator remaining that you want to sell? Let me know, car started acting up recently! Thanks

[@RealWorldGarage]

Where are you looking?? I clicked the link in my description and they show to have them.

[@bigcountry425]

Does it matter which way the resonator goes? It can go either way...

[@RealWorldGarage]

I don’t think it matters. The electronics guy that soldiered it in for me didn’t mention that.

[@chervinhibbert7254]

What if it doesn't flicker and the transmission don't change weird, but the speedometer and the tachometer don't work

[@RealWorldGarage]

Kinda weird on that one. I haven’t run into that. I’d probably try to find a used one at the junk yard to see if I got either of them back. You apparently are still getting the signal from the VSS and the resistor appears to be working. Does the mileage change as well when driving??

[@searockhills759]

EXCELLENT--But how do you do this fix on a 2002 Camry? The cluster face isn't removable!--can't access the inner face of the circuit board. Can the 4 gauge needles be removed safely?

[@RealWorldGarage]

If you have identified the components in the cluster and they look the same as the 90’s - 2001?? You disassemble it like I show and it has to be de-soldiered from the board and a new one installed. This is why I took it to an electronics shop. They do this kind of repair all the time. I only wish he’d been comfortable with me filming in his shop, but I respect his space. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@searockhills759]

Thanks for your reply. The 2002-2006 instrument cluster has a single face, with speedo, tach, fuel and temp shafts penetrating it and with their needles to show speed, etc. Can the needles be pulled off without damaging things? If so, the whole metal display backing should lift off. That should expose the entire front of the circuit board.

[@searockhills759]

The Camry Gen-5 (2002-2006) instrument clusters are different. Everything is on a single circuit board with a thin metal face showing speed, tach, gas and temp. Unlike the cluster you show, there are no screws in the back, so the speedometer section can't be removed separately.

[@RealWorldGarage]

That stinks, I guess when they changed generations they made some major changes. The ceramic oscillator could be the same though. As far as the disassembly of yours I can’t say for sure. I know others work that way- just pull the needles off to disassemble, but I can’t say with confidence about yours. I like to be 100% honest with folks, if I don’t know something, I’m not going to pretend that I do. Good luck. Wish I could be of more help.

[@searockhills759]

@@RealWorldGarage Your post on this is the best I've seen! Keep it up! I have (5) replacement oscillators and a soldering kit ready--But yes, my 2002 Camry SL instrument cluster #83800-06700-00 is a different breed. I've just taken it apart again to see if I'd missed something. The circuit board is firmly attached behind the white plastic frame, so I can't get to its inner face. The 4 needle motors are showing on the back, but removing the needles by itself won't solve the problem. There are 4 alignment pegs, but something else holds the assembly together, so no blue oscillator can be seen. Thanks again--guess Ill have to replace the whole thing.

[@williamtobias9570]

Please could you give the company you ordered from. Every toyota parts suplyer and dealership clames they don't have this part and want me to boy the cluster for 3oo plus dollars. Even with the part number.thanks..

[@RealWorldGarage]

Link is in the description. Digikey is the company. Thx

[@charlesbrumfield5786]

Sir can sell me two of those fuses because I can't find any nowhere please response

[@RealWorldGarage]

I am holding on to the ones I have. As my dad has one of these cars and incase this one fails again. I’m working on finding a new source for them now, and will post it to the video description and possibly make a short.

[@josamdaka5769]

Can this solution work for a Toyota Chaser?

[@RealWorldGarage]

Since I have not seen one of these, I cannot say one way or the other. If your odometer is going blank and the car is giving the same symptoms, I would be inclined to believe this is the same problem. It isn’t usually difficult to remove the gauge cluster, if you can do that and see if it has the same components as the Camry it is a very cheap fix. So you could try it and even if it doesn’t fix the problem, it won’t cost much to try. Any reputable electronics repair shop can soldier this component in for you, it shouldn’t cost much, it took about 10 minutes for the folks I used to do it. I supplied the part. Thanks for watching and commenting, I hope you are able to get this resolved.

[@RealWorldGarage]

Btw where are you located??

[@jamesparcell8556]

thank you have 97 that's doing it too

[@RealWorldGarage]

Hope this helps you!! Thanks for watching and commenting!!

[@ovanestopchyan1755]

Hi, can someone please tell me if this will work on my 1998 Lexus LX 470? Thank you

[@RealWorldGarage]

This has been asked before. I cannot say for sure since I haven’t verified that it uses the same components. It would make sense that it would, but I can’t say for sure. If it has the symptoms that I lay out in the video, remove your dash cluster and investigate to see if it has the same components.

[@ovanestopchyan1755]

Thank you!

[@RealWorldGarage]

@@ovanestopchyan1755 you’re welcome, this is why I started my channel, to grow a community to try to help others as much as I can and share what I know and learn along the way!!

[@ovanestopchyan1755]

Can you please tell me the name and the serial number for the part please

[@RealWorldGarage]

@@ovanestopchyan1755 it’s in the video description and I also show the part and number in the video. I purchased it from Digikey online. I’ve recently heard from other viewer of this video, that they didn’t have this one in stock, and sent a replacement that’s supposed to work?? But I can’t say if it will or won’t, as I’m not an electronics technician, I’m a mechanic and I followed the instructions I found from an electrical engineer and showed the process and location of the failed part. I wish I had more technical expertise in this area, I have only general knowledge on this. Start watching at @11:00 minutes

[@1menwolfpack550]

I JUST WENT TO THE WEBSIE AND IT SAID NO LONGER MANUFACTURED!!!

[@RealWorldGarage]

They have, I would reach out to Digi-key and see if they can suggest and alternative.

[@a1automotive17]

What about a 2001 Camry but 6 cylinder ?

[@RealWorldGarage]

I’m not 100% certain. I’ve been asked that before, and I cannot give a definitive answer. If I were a betting man, I’d bet it was the same. You should be able to pull the dash cluster and see if it’s got the resistor in it though. If it does and has the same symptoms, for no more than it cost, it’s worth the gamble.

[@a1automotive17]

The only thing I'm worried about is we changed the speedometer sensor. But the odometer comes on. You said it had to be both issues that were out. We will see what happens next. Yes it's a 6 cylinder. Thanks

[@RealWorldGarage]

@@a1automotive17 yes, it should display both conditions.

[@gabrielmedellin70]

What is the name the part and website

[@RealWorldGarage]

www.digikey.com/en/products/detail/ecs-inc/ZTT-4-00MG/82182?s=N4IgTCBcDaIF4BcEFoAsA6ADJgsgcRAF0BfIA

[@bradygeihsler987]

What if my odometer doesn't move but it is on?

[@RealWorldGarage]

Hmmm 🤔, haven’t dealt with that. Does the speed o meter work?? If not I’d be looking at the speed sensor on the transmission and associated wiring.

[@bradygeihsler987]

@Real World Garage I've already changed the speed sensor and the speedometer works periodically and when it does my car shifts weird

[@bradygeihsler987]

@Real World Garage my odometer has been on the same number for awhile now

[@RealWorldGarage]

@@bradygeihsler987 I’d be looking at the wiring harness, most service manuals should have them.

[@markspear1891]

Will smashing the dashboard to smithereens with a f'xng hammer help? 😃

[@RealWorldGarage]

It may make you feel better temporarily, but it will not fix the cluster.

[@markspear1891]

@@RealWorldGarage I could use a little temporary satisfaction in my life. 🤣

[@RealWorldGarage]

@@markspear1891 we’ve all been there.

[@Agrillot6]

I’m trying to find out how to get it out of the dash.

[@RealWorldGarage]

I discuss that towards the end of the video near the 20min mark.

[@Agrillot6]

I found it in a video dedicated just to that, and I fixed the neighbor’s car! I had ordered the part last week and it came in Saturday. Speedometer and odometer went out a while ago, and then it started shifting badly, so I got the codes read and it said speed sensors, but I looked into it further online and saw that it was actually likely to be a ceramic resistor. Especially since the car was in Texas when the speedometer and odometer went out. So I bought the resistor, took the speedometer assembly out and soldered the new resistor in. The odometer lit right up! First time in years. Speedometer works! They were using a digital box that plugs into the cigarette lighter and works off satellite lol and it’s shifting WAY better. I’m thrilled, especially since a licensed mechanic was sh*tting all over me for choosing to change the resistor instead of the speed sensor. He said “lol” and then when I asked him why it was funny, he said it was speed sensors. What an *ss. I won’t take any cars to him. BTW, I’m a 41 year old woman and the mechanic has been trying to date me 🙄 he didn’t even congratulate me or apologize.

[@RealWorldGarage]

@@Agrillot6 thanks for watching. It’s stories like these that is why I started my YT channel. Arrogance seems to have cost him a lot.

[@roostercogburn7243]

@@Agrillot6 Sounds like a nice guy.

[@sheltonmcmillian677]

Mine will do it when it's really hot and parked in the Sun.

[@RealWorldGarage]

Eventually it will be all the time.

[@sheltonmcmillian677]

@@RealWorldGarage I ordered some resistors so hopefully it'll fix the problem. Thanks for posting the video!

[@sheltonmcmillian677]

@@RealWorldGarage I replace the resistor in my car and it works fine now, thanks again for the video!

[@RealWorldGarage]

@sheltonmcmillian677 that’s awesome!!! Another one fixed!!

[@RealWorldGarage]

Where did you source the part and what is the PN#, some are saying Digikey no longer has it??

[@colbolt54]

They no longer carry that part!😢

[@RealWorldGarage]

I’m sorry to hear that.

[@truthorconsequences35]

They do have another.That's a little bit different on something but it still works

[@HARRUMPH-SAL]

@@truthorconsequences35 Unfortunately, these old clusters sometimes have you fix one thing and something else goes/is wrong. I did a few fixes with the then available resonator. Within days trouble returned. I sent the cluster to Southern Electronics in Virginia. See the earlier comments I left here. 137860 miles now. 43000 after the fix and going strong. Well worth $195.

[@RealWorldGarage]

Mine is still going strong. I bought a few extra resonators when I bought mine, just in case. But so far they haven’t been needed. Not sure how many miles, but it’s been a few years.

[@HARRUMPH-SAL]

@@RealWorldGarage Hey Brian, 58K on my wife's 2020 Highlander. Just about time to change ATF, Diff, transfer case fluids. I bought the Toyota ATF and Redline gear oil. How many miles on yours?

[@1menwolfpack550]

CSTLS4M00G56Z-B0 THIS IS THE SIMILIAR PART NUMBER FOR THE REPLACEMENT ONE ON YOUR VIDEO NOT SURE IF IT WILL WORK THOUGH. JUST A HEADS UP

[@RealWorldGarage]

I’m sorry I missed this comment. It’s hard to keep up with them all. I appreciate the heads up. 👍 like I said I’m not an electronics guy, I am a mechanic, I do understand a lot of it, but just enough to be dangerous. LOL. Thanks again for