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Cluster gauge question

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hotdog71

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Hi,

So I have noticed lately that almost every time I start the car my cluster gauges run through a self test, does anyone else have this issue or know about it?

It am wondering if it might be the battery. I tested it and the charge voltage is around 13V which is normal but when i turn the car off the battery voltage drops to just under 12 Volts which is not so normal.

Any comments are welcome.

Thx
 

twogts4us

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battery dying.
 

hotdog71

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that's what I am thinking too!

I guess its time it is the original factory battery
 
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My 2000 had the factory battery until 2006. Its got an optima now. I am quite happy with it. The battery terminals and cables look brand new. I hate seeing crusty battery terminals!
 
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