You are here:

Chevrolet Repair/Dash gauges & turn signals intermittent failure

Advertisement

Expert: Robert Summers - 4/5/2008


Question
I have a 99 Astrovan with 4.3 and awd.  When driving for 2 hrs or more, dash gauges, overhead console display and turn signals fail.  Usually comes back the next day or so.  This time, it has been mostly off for a week.

Answer
Hi Don.... something is overheating the circut...check for something grounding out...check for a bad signal flasher...install heavy duty one, is van equipted with daytime running lights...if so check the drl module..also check light relays. hope this helps

Chevrolet Repair

All Answers

Answers by Expert:

Ask Experts

Volunteer

Robert Summers

Expertise

domestic auto/truck repair, auto body, painting. I currently own a large auto/truck/marine repair shop. 40 years certified 310S,310T,310B in ontario Canada

Experience

40 years certified 310S,310T,310B ontario qualified, 7 years with GM have owned my own shop now for the past 27 years.was automotive marketing director for large auto parts supplier.

Organizations
CFIB (current) past member AARO and APAA.

Education/Credentials
grade 12 plus 2 years college. many aftermarket training courses

©2012 About.com, a part of The New York Times Company. All rights reserved.