check gauges light turns on

232,000 MILES • 5.7L • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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TOMJJONAS
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My check gauges comes on every now and then while driving if i put it in neutral the light goes off. What is this light for and what does it do or for?
May 16, 2022 at 6:39 AM
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This happens when the gauge response starts to become too slow, are all the gauges working? I would check the coolant level and engine oil to start and monitor the engine oil pressure and temperature. If all else fails a rebuilt cluster would fix it. This video will show you how to change it out:

https://youtu.be/_HEC44xENxw

Please run down this video and report back.
May 16, 2022 at 12:30 PM
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