My speedometer and rpm needles slightly jerk/jump up
04-25-2011, 04:13 PM
#1
My speedometer and rpm needles slightly jerk/jump up Not a huge problem, but when i take a looksie down at my gauges, I dont see any warning lights or anything, but my needles will jump lil bits every 30 seconds.
for example: If im cruising down the highway at 55mph it'll randomly flicker/jump to 58 then back down to 55. Same length on my RPM needle. Although Im not seeing/feeling any changes in my engine response when this happens.
I been told it it might be plug/wires.. distributor.. alternator.. ehh idk im lost
Any help will be appreciated
car only has 25k miles :/
ls1/a4
for example: If im cruising down the highway at 55mph it'll randomly flicker/jump to 58 then back down to 55. Same length on my RPM needle. Although Im not seeing/feeling any changes in my engine response when this happens.
I been told it it might be plug/wires.. distributor.. alternator.. ehh idk im lost
Any help will be appreciated
car only has 25k miles :/
ls1/a4
04-25-2011, 07:08 PM
#3
yes i do, my interior is all original with no modifications, and stock monsoon
I also notice my headlamps/fog lights flicker simultaneously when i drive at night when my needles jump.. not to sure about interior lamps. I hope it narrows it down some
I also notice my headlamps/fog lights flicker simultaneously when i drive at night when my needles jump.. not to sure about interior lamps. I hope it narrows it down some
04-26-2011, 10:07 AM
#7
Hmm my belt does look "dry" and its the original belt only 25k miles, i don't have any UD pulleys.
Should i replace my belt?
"I would check all battery connections and grounds."
My battery is relocated to the back, my connections corrosion free and making good contact. Im using a blue top optima, and its rather new, and its reading 850+ cranking amps. I'll take a pic during lunch
My Belt does not make any squealing noises either
Should i replace my belt?
"I would check all battery connections and grounds."
My battery is relocated to the back, my connections corrosion free and making good contact. Im using a blue top optima, and its rather new, and its reading 850+ cranking amps. I'll take a pic during lunch
My Belt does not make any squealing noises either
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04-27-2011, 09:57 AM
#9
"Do your headlights flicker or anything like that when the needle jumps?"
Yes, my lights DIM, i think a flicker would best describe extra luminosity, which isn't the case here .. it is jus a slight dim, and is noticeable when im driving in a pitch black interstate. When im driving, again my needle jus jumps 200-300 rpms every 30 seconds or so. When im driving at night my headlamps dim when the needles jump.
I also checked my tension and it appears legit. I tugged on it and it felt snug like a belt should feel, wasnt too tight and obviously wasnt loose, i shall confirm this at a shop on my next paycheck. I forget the tolerance, but like 1/4" tug? That's about what i saw/felt
Should i get my Alternator checked? I hear it is a symptom of a failing ALT.. oh god i hope not lol those are a pain in the *** to replace.
I looked at my fuses, they look clean, none look burnt or anything. I dont have a multimeter so i cant confirm if any are faulty.
Yes, my lights DIM, i think a flicker would best describe extra luminosity, which isn't the case here .. it is jus a slight dim, and is noticeable when im driving in a pitch black interstate. When im driving, again my needle jus jumps 200-300 rpms every 30 seconds or so. When im driving at night my headlamps dim when the needles jump.
I also checked my tension and it appears legit. I tugged on it and it felt snug like a belt should feel, wasnt too tight and obviously wasnt loose, i shall confirm this at a shop on my next paycheck. I forget the tolerance, but like 1/4" tug? That's about what i saw/felt
Should i get my Alternator checked? I hear it is a symptom of a failing ALT.. oh god i hope not lol those are a pain in the *** to replace.
I looked at my fuses, they look clean, none look burnt or anything. I dont have a multimeter so i cant confirm if any are faulty.
04-27-2011, 02:49 PM
#10
I'd suggest getting your alternator checked. The voltage regulator could be going bad on it.
The catch is... you have to remove the alternator to have it tested. So - you'll experience the PITA no matter what.
Its easier to remove from underneath the car and if you have small hands! Removal is straight forward - whatever you do - don't forget to unhook the exciter wire first. If you forget, you could easily break that wire.
The catch is... you have to remove the alternator to have it tested. So - you'll experience the PITA no matter what.
Its easier to remove from underneath the car and if you have small hands! Removal is straight forward - whatever you do - don't forget to unhook the exciter wire first. If you forget, you could easily break that wire.
