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47 messages, Last post on Oct 29, 2009 at 12:50 AM
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Hi to all. I have a 2004 envoy and just the other day it started to give me some problems and I hope some one can help me out. The problems I am having are with the instrument panel. The problems are as follows: 1. When I get in the suv it says "Unknown Driver" and when I go to push either driver 1 or driver 2 it will load the settings and the seat will go in to the correct position but it will still say "unknown driver". 2. When it says "unknown driver" the ABS light, air bag light, battery light, gas light, and emerg. brake light are all lit. 3. the rpm and mph gauges work but they studder and do not reflect the correct speed, i can come to a stop and the mph will still read 30 mph. 4. the gas, oil, and volt meters do not work. 5. the line under whatever gear you are in does not appear. 6. when you go into the settings you cannot change any of them. After I drive the suv for about 10-15 minutes it will then jump into driver 1 or driver 2 mode, which ever I tried to push when i first got into the suv, and all the guages seem to work properly, but the battery light then goes to a very dim state and the gas light flashes ramdomly. I hope someone can help me out with this problem. And have a fix for me. thanks Robert
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Replying to: robbiejames (Jan 04, 2008 10:41 am)  It's a short in the instrument cluster. I had the same problem with my 2004 XUV. It started in early December of 2007. Intermittent manifestations, than more persistent. Took it to the GMC Dealer -- Of course, the Truck wouldn't do it's tricks for the Tech. They replaced the ignition switch and sent me home. It got progressively worse. I waited until I was sure it would do it for the tech. Took it back in to GMC Dealer-- It's a short in the instrument cluster. They needed to replace the entire cluster. I bought an extended warranty when I bought the truck. The warranty is still in effect -- So I only had to pay the $100 deductible. No Idea what it might cost otherwise. Joe |
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| Thanks I plan on taking it to the dealer this month or next month I called them and they said it should be about $500 or so. Thanks once again | |
I am also having problems with my instrument panel. the volt meter is pegged out, where can I get another one without costing $500.00
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hello, i just had a crack on the plastic cover on the instrument panel, the crack has spread to the point that it needs to be replaced. any solutions to this. Or is there anyone out there that knows where i can purchase one besides the dealer. I'm from Canada. thanks bigsave21 |
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| I have a 2005 GMC Envoy with similar problems. My speedometer is stuck way to the right. My fuel gauge is stuck on empty so I have to use my trip meter to gauge when I need to refuel. My check engine light is on and has been for a long time. My warranty has long been up. Does all this sound like an instrument panel problem or do I have multiple problems. The dealer wanted to charge me $1,000 to fix. I would appreciate any help with this. Thanks. | |
| Hello, I have a 2004 envoy xuv and have been having the same problems with the instrument panel as everyone above. Could someone please inform me what is the best method to get this problem repaired. Several have mentioned the instrument cluster being the problem, could someone that has had the cluster replaced report if that indeed was the problem. Looking forward to some help, thanks in advance.. | |
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The problem with The speedometer in most cases seems to be the cluster gauge. I have the same problem with my 04 XUV SLT. It seems a lot of GM trucks using the cluster gauge PART # IS X C5 168 from 03 to 06 fail quite easily. GM supposedly extended a warranty to 7, 70,000 miles. After that you are on your own. The replacement is PART # X 25 168. If you don't mind doing it your self you can get the part on ebay http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&_trkparms=tab%3DWatchin- - - g&viewitem=&item=220285453817&_trksid=p3907.m32 or look up mandigital on ebay if the link doesnt work and check out his store. This guy sells the whole cluster replacement to include the speedometer. He also gives his number in case you need help and want him to walk you through it. You can also get just the speedometer gauge here http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=300261613380&- - - ssPageName=STRK:MEWN:IT&ih=020 for $5.95 plus $4.75 shipping. If links don't work look for boulderbros and look in his store. I recently ordered the part and replaced it and it seems to be working fine. Hope this helps.
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Replying to: knockster (Sep 30, 2008 4:01 am) |
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Concerning the envoy instrument panel issue, no luck with the dealer on tuesday. Informed them of the instrument cluster, the tech played around with the truck and then confirmed replacing the cluster. At minimum it will cost $700 for them to repair, it could be more. No assistance from GMC available, I was told. So, if anyone can offer any other options for me or add more information I would appreciate it, at this point time is of the essence. |
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