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I hope this shortcut works below. If not, just google "2004 trailblazer instrument panel removal" and look for how to replace a stepper motor.
http://www.google.com/url?q=http://forums.trailvoy.com/showthread.php%3Ft%3D4888- 6&ei=gBNNS_zJBo6XlAfKg5mODQ&sa=X&oi=forum_cluster&resnum=1&ct=result&cd=2&ved=0C- BIQrAIoATAA&usg=AFQjCNGPvWKaJAP7G7kdnvQRPHDUzakUCA
I followed these directions exactly and they worked perfect. Like many in these posts, I have a 2004 trailblazer where the speedometer and tachometer stopped working. I replaced the two stepper motors and save moocho money. Hope this helps.
I have read alot of useful info. on this topic and I am gonna start on the trouble shooting as soon as the sun comes up since it doesnt sound like GM is helping TB owners. All I can tell you is that it broke my heart to see the wife cry when she went to bed. She used her Monte Carlo as the trade in and she loved it. She fills that she made a bad decision by doing this... I assured her that she didnt do this all by herself since I gave my approval.
I dont want to run out into the dark with a shotgun just cause I heard a bump in the night....
Start the engine over and over. each time the car is shut off, the speedometer drops back a few mph. After about 10 trys, the speedometer went back to zero. You have to be cautious though.
It may malfunction again. When it is working, calibrate the tach. 55 = 1500 in high cruise. 1800 = about 60 mph.
The other choice is to set your cruise based on a GPS. We got a Garmin Nuvi for $185 and it reads MPH. Then we set the cruise based on the readout.
I am still hoping GM will recognize their deficiency. I have had different vehicles for the last 48 years, and never had a problem like this. GM should recall the vehicles based on this problem
GM is (excuse my french) screwing Trail Blazer owners, both by not fixing the faulty unit and making them pay for an evaluation that is not needed. This is my 1st GM product, that I actually like, but because of the way I've been treated by Detroit and my local dealership, I will stay away from GM products and advise others to do the same.
P.S. The orig tires (continental) that came with the TB gave me problems (belt sep.) and caused me head-aches too. Just replaced the last two this past weekend.
Thanks Michelle and GM!
I am also having a problem with the "Service Engine Soon" light. My dealer said a cylinder head needs replacing due to #2 valve dropping/sticking and they quoted a price of $2939.80. This was after the Service Engine Soon Light came on the first time and I paid $636.96 because I was told it was to repair my cruise control. I have taken my Trailblazer to two other Chevrolet dealers for diagnostic and they cannot find anything wrong as suggested by my dealer. At this point, I feel very unsafe driving this vehicle and I do a lot of long distance driving. Any thoughts??
I just read your post, and was hoping you would have the phone number for GM handy. My speedometer and temp gauge stopped working a while ago, and I just didn't know where to begin with getting them fixed. Sounds like you had good luck, so I thought I would call the same number you did.
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I am from GM Customer Service. I apologize that you have been experiencing issues with your vehicle. Can you please email me with more information on your concerns, so I can look into it further? You can access my email by clicking on my name. Thank you,
Mariah GM Customer Service
I am from GM Customer Service. I apologize that you are experiencing a concern on your vehicle. Can you please email me more information about your situation so I can look into it further? You can get my email by clicking on my name. Thank you,
Mariah GM Customer Service
Come on GM, OWN UP TO YOUR MISTAKES. Don't target the Japanese car companies if you can't take care of your own problems.
I apologize that you are experiencing a concerns with your vehicle. Can you please email me more information so I can look into your situation further? You can get my email by clicking on my name. Thank you,
Mariah GM Customer Service
My email is socialmedia@gm.com. Thank you,
Mariah GM Customer Service
Frankly, GM will never address this issue because to them it is not a safety issue. As the driver of a vehicle you always have the obligation to drive a safe speed, regardless of what the speed limit is or how fast the car says you are going.
I suggest getting an Audi A4 Quattro with the premium options package. It is awesome.
Of course, Audi may be the next recall for all I know but so far so good. Good luck!
I apologize that you are experiencing a concern on your vehicle. Can you please email me your VIN so I can look into your situation further? You can get my email address by clicking on my name. Thank you,
Mariah GM Customer Service
I apologize that no one has contacted you back. Have you spoken to the dealership you bought the vehicle from about the speedometer? Did the vehicle come with a warranty? Can you please email me your VIN and current mileage? You can get my email by clicking on gmcustsvc. Thank you,
Mariah GM Customer Service
GM Cust Serv has been monitoring this website selecting who and when to respond to various complaints. I have had the same problems. Paid to have them tell me 'yep it's broken', and numerous phone calls with the local dealer and with GM. It all 'looked' good but in the end, I got the shaft. I ended up fixing it myself with info I found on the internet, not GM. It's time for a Major class action suit against GM. They jumped all over Toyota when they had their issues, but can't take care of their own. They have made partial payment to some for repairs, but the bottom line is they should be taking 100% responsibility for this one. Let me know if you need any support when you see your attorney.