how to make the odometer work by applying 12 volts?

[discbrks]

I have a parts truck that I'm sellg the turbo system on (see the Marketplace). But I've had a few questions from interested parties on the mileage on the system. The probelm is that the dash & steering column are missing, so I can't turn on the key. I do, however, have the instrument cluster. Is there a way to apply 12 volts so that the odometer will display? I guess I could plug it into my truck, but I really don't want to have to tear apart mine in order to get the mileage.

 

[Agnem]

Reverse feed 12 volts into the system at the IP. Unplug the FSS and connect a wire from the positive post of one of the batteries to this connector. That will reverse feed everything that is Key On.

 

[discbrks]

that makes sense... so I need to actually hook up one battery so that I have a ground, right?

 

[Agnem]

Yes. All that assumes you still have the battery and the rest of the wiring intact.

 

[discbrks]

the batt cables are there, the starter is gone, the dash harness is there, but no dash. What's the worst that can happen.... it catch on fire?!

 

[Agnem]

Na that can't happen. There are a few fusable links in the way. Just mind that starter cable....