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Old Feb 16, 2010 | 12:20 AM
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my truck started doing this a couple weeks ago i cant figure out whats causing this when i start the truck the gauges all start twitching and making a clicking noise then they take a couple seconds to start reading properly! any ideas on whats causing this?

 
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Old Feb 16, 2010 | 12:25 AM
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mine does this too. it usually does it first thing in the morning or if i haven't started it in a couple days. haven't had any problems with the truck. when it first did it i thought it was because i have a weak battery.
 
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Old Feb 16, 2010 | 12:32 AM
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My guess its due to the severe cold temperatures, possibly moisture causing an electrical delay?
 
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Old Feb 16, 2010 | 12:33 AM
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its is because of a weak battery. the votage drops too low while cranking the engine. replace your battery asap.
 
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Old Feb 16, 2010 | 12:35 AM
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Mine did that same thing when the battery was toast.
 
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Old Feb 16, 2010 | 12:43 AM
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thanks guys i will get a new battery asap! hope that fixes the problem
 
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Old Feb 16, 2010 | 03:08 AM
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Originally Posted by Paralyzer
its is because of a weak battery. the votage drops too low while cranking the engine. replace your battery asap.
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