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1988 BUICK REGAL
6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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KC THE TREE GUY
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have a 88 buick regal. after install of new wiper motor at dealer, dash electrical doesnt work right . . . turn on head light and the gas gauge goes to empty, trun anything on and the gas gauge goes to empty. why?
Aug 9, 2011 at 3:12 PM
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PROMECHANIC
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I would be taking this car back to the dealership. It sounds like they might have messed up some of the wiring. It sounds a lot like a ground problem, but it's hard to tell by your description.
Sep 13, 2011 at 4:21 AM
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MMPRINCE4000
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They probably pinched a wire, during install. But I would have them fix it on their dime.
Sep 16, 2011 at 1:18 PM