can I reprogram a used cluster ?

2004 CADILLAC CTS
80,000 MILES
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DREEMANJEL1
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I have a 2004 Cadillac CTS that has to have the instrument cluster replaced.......I purchased one off ebay, can this be reprogrammed for my car.

After I had a transmission speed sensor put in, the speedometer and RPM gauge still weren't working properly so I took to a transmission shop and they put it on their diagnostics and all sorts of codes came up......cruise control, rpm sensor, speedometer sensors, etc. So I called the Cadillac dealership and immediately after telling them problems.....its the 'instrument cluster'

So, now my question is, "can I reprogram a used cluster or will I have to have buy one from the dealership and have them program it or can they re-program a used one? Is my mileage stored in the cluster or in the car's computer? Or can my current instrument cluster be repaired and reprogrammed?
Oct 18, 2011 at 7:27 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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dealer will replace with new only. as far as a used one, bad idea. it may or may not be able to be re programed and if it does not you have spent a lot of money for nothing.

there are companies that will repair your cluster. it takes about 5-8 business days to do. take it to a shop that will be able to do this for you.

Roy
Oct 18, 2011 at 3:40 PM