Broken Gauge? FREE FIX! WILL IT WORK?

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  • Опубліковано 28 вер 2024
  • How to fix an oil pressure gauge in your car if it's broken. This free fix might fix your broken oil pressure gauge, fuel gauge, speedometer, or voltage gauge! Instrument clusters are expensive and hard to replace. If your instrument cluster gauges need to be fixed, watch this! PARTS BELOW!:
    Magnets:
    ● Magnets I used: amzn.to/2Ui9LKR
    ● Extremely strong magnets: amzn.to/2GX2NrD
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    ● Instrument Cluster LED Bulbs: amzn.to/2tNE94f
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    This is a 1998 Ford Ranger 4.0 OHV.

КОМЕНТАРІ • 145

  • @MattsShop
    @MattsShop  Рік тому +3

    Links in the description to magnets for this trick!
    Strong neodymium magnets work best for this.
    It might take a couple tries, but this works great!
    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

  • @soup.p
    @soup.p 3 роки тому +6

    Oh, I need to do this to my mom’s car! 😄 thx for sharing!

  • @alleshiahinton8906
    @alleshiahinton8906 5 місяців тому +2

    IT WORKS ❤

  • @jimbo398a
    @jimbo398a Рік тому

    Just fixed the fuel gauge on my 2002 S10 Blazer. I used a magnet from an old microwave oven. just put the magnet over the gauge and wow took 30 seconds.

  • @patrickkennedy6886
    @patrickkennedy6886 10 місяців тому +1

    drill a small hole in the plexy glass. then take a paper clipe and push it back up that way

    • @MattsShop
      @MattsShop  10 місяців тому

      It's already got a hole

  • @robertmeyers2770
    @robertmeyers2770 2 роки тому +3

    Badass brotha! Definitely going to give this a shot!

  • @Billygoat808
    @Billygoat808 11 місяців тому +1

    In hawaii, we say "Maika'i", which means clever or smart. We also say "Mahalo", which means thank you very much. 🤙🏾

    • @MattsShop
      @MattsShop  11 місяців тому +1

      Love that! You're welcome!

  • @DevonGittens-q1t
    @DevonGittens-q1t 10 днів тому

    Wow it really worked for me thanks

  • @WSVK420
    @WSVK420 3 місяці тому

    Dang I need to try this 😅

  • @JRobert111111
    @JRobert111111 Рік тому

    Gotta love those Ford oil "pressure" gauges, which they're indeed not. If you notice they go to one position only when the car is running, even if the engine is barely running, it will show the same reading. This is due to multiple class-action lawsuits against Ford for low oil pressure readings. So for decades, this "pressure" gauge is only a "switched gauge" and is either on or off, nowhere inbetween.

  • @gmichie1
    @gmichie1 2 роки тому +7

    I had the very same problem. Auto repair place quoted $700 because they would have to remove the panel and send it to a certified repair place. They said it had something to do with the odometer. I used the 25 pound telescoping magnet from Harbor Freight that I already had. I took me longer to disassemble the magnet from the pole then to fix this issue using this method. Be sure to put the magnet behind the needle and push it and twist the magnet as you go around. It took 20 seconds to swing the needle around and tested it successfully.

  • @chasesmith8679
    @chasesmith8679 2 роки тому

    That was awesome man my gas hand is stuck on e even though I have a full tank

  • @roostercogburn597
    @roostercogburn597 3 роки тому +2

    Can anyone find a comment that could possibly help this fella out. like the first one that pops in your head lmao

  • @angieengle7064
    @angieengle7064 2 роки тому

    How about if the gas and temperature gauge is on E and Lowest setting for the temp

  • @DavidLDFL
    @DavidLDFL Рік тому

    so why isn't this affecting any of the other needles? I could imagine this might cause induction current to flow in the little electric motors, or these are likely magnetic drag indicators, but none of the other ones move when you're right next to them.

  • @florarobbins2526
    @florarobbins2526 Місяць тому

    I will try tonight

  • @petavaleli-malaeulu487
    @petavaleli-malaeulu487 3 роки тому +2

    Do I on the key at the time that I fix it or turn it off

    • @MattsShop
      @MattsShop  3 роки тому +2

      Pretty sure I did it off.

  • @jahmey
    @jahmey 2 роки тому

    Sheeeesh 🔥

  • @jesusisoursavior2682
    @jesusisoursavior2682 2 роки тому +1

    is it work in new genaration car

  • @raycert07
    @raycert07 Рік тому +1

    My glass is slanted, and I don't have a strong enough magnet. Sad.

    • @MattsShop
      @MattsShop  Рік тому

      Yup, that's when you do the zip tie trick...

    • @raycert07
      @raycert07 Рік тому

      @MattsShop and what might that be? My glass is sealed right up to the edge. It sucks. I'm trying to get my boost gauge to work and it's stuck below the normal range. Not even my strongest magnet stick can get it to move behind the glass, and removing that glass means you gotta remove the whole dashboard.

  • @jimsinnovations2737
    @jimsinnovations2737 4 роки тому +1

    HA, go figure!!

    • @MattsShop
      @MattsShop  4 роки тому

      Works great

    • @jimsinnovations2737
      @jimsinnovations2737 4 роки тому +1

      @@MattsShop ya I told another guy on another channel about it, and he laughed at me an basically made a joke of it. Like I'm so dumbass lol. Work easier not harder. Haha

    • @MattsShop
      @MattsShop  4 роки тому

      Yea, I learn a lot from my comments.

  • @lmtwa
    @lmtwa 4 роки тому +21

    Incredible! I changed the sending unit with temp help - Then - after the needle pegged "underneath" the stop, I reverted to the magnet - went identically to your video - and the guage began to operate normally - we'll see how long it lasts - 8-4-2020

    • @MattsShop
      @MattsShop  3 роки тому +3

      I know! It blew my mind too.

  • @catherinekeagy2699
    @catherinekeagy2699 2 роки тому +7

    Omg!!! It worked for me. I’m so grateful to you. 💕🤗💕 I had my oil changed and a new battery put in and when I picked up my car The gas gauge was not working!!! I called them and they said bring it back in and leave it again!!!
    I’m done with them. Thanks again. Made my week. 🎊🎉

    • @MattsShop
      @MattsShop  2 роки тому +2

      You're welcome!! They don't believe me!!

  • @fozrockski
    @fozrockski 3 роки тому +11

    It worked for me. Thanks for the tip!

  • @capturemediainc8763
    @capturemediainc8763 4 роки тому +6

    Alright bud, neat trick. It worked on my oil gauge so you got your thumbs up. Got a trick for the speedo? Same problem. When I changed out the bulbs it fell to the other side. I was hoping not to have to take it apart again.

    • @MattsShop
      @MattsShop  4 роки тому +1

      I don't know about the speedo. Probably have to take it apart and fix it.

  • @terryj1014
    @terryj1014 Рік тому +2

    I don’t doubt that the magnet repositioned the needle but that doesn’t mean that the reading is correct and that there is proper oil pressure. Why did the needle go around to the wrong side of the peg in the first place!

  • @kylewick2818
    @kylewick2818 4 роки тому +5

    Theres a key on and off sequence for some models that are programmed to "sweep" the needle back over it's a "reset guage needle" function, my wife's jeep the speedometer needle flipped over when she turned the key over, literally fixed it in 30 seconds using the sequence, only ever had to do it once way back so dont remember what the sequence was but I found it on a forum

    • @MattsShop
      @MattsShop  4 роки тому +1

      Woah, that's really good to know! I'm sure that trick won't work on a old truck like this though.

  • @lesegoyv
    @lesegoyv 2 роки тому +1

    Guess work😅
    He wanted it to work, I also wanted it to work, it worked then he said he can't believe it worked 😅😅😅
    On my way to purchase a magnet.
    Thanks buddy

  • @francesparker1782
    @francesparker1782 2 роки тому +3

    Does it work with a gas gauge

  • @Micnify
    @Micnify 2 місяці тому +1

    Thanks !! Appreciate it!! Mic'2024 😊

  • @gunfisher4661
    @gunfisher4661 4 роки тому +3

    Flipped mine about a year ago but it flipped back once latter still easy fix, then ended up replacing cam sensor and IAC valve and never did it again.

    • @MattsShop
      @MattsShop  4 роки тому +1

      Probably the little wire/connector was loose, and you got a better connection messing with it.

  • @markkaplan2133
    @markkaplan2133 Рік тому +2

    Nice! Just fixed mine. It took ten seconds. Perfect. Thanks.

  • @timdryden3778
    @timdryden3778 Рік тому +2

    Cool trick, that being a ford, in this application, that is not a pressure "gauge", it's a low pressure light with a sweep hand instead or a light. check the wiring diagram, it will have only wire at the sending unit. On or off. The needle does not show more "pressure" when engine speed is increased. Still a great fix.

    • @MattsShop
      @MattsShop  Рік тому

      A lot of people keep saying this. I need to check that. Pretty crazy, always thought it was a gauge.

    • @joejizel5979
      @joejizel5979 Рік тому

      Never knew that but have noticed that they are usually halfway or nothing, makes sense.

    • @jagalasso
      @jagalasso Рік тому

      Yes it will show a higher level when engine rpm is increased... That's basic knowledge

  • @bethmccall3735
    @bethmccall3735 4 роки тому +3

    Can you use a magnet to fix a broken fuel gauge on a 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring?

    • @MattsShop
      @MattsShop  4 роки тому +1

      Try it and see! If your fuel sending unit is bad. It won't work though.

  • @homamaborass479
    @homamaborass479 19 днів тому +1

    Thank you so much sir!!

  • @cassievaughn8475
    @cassievaughn8475 3 місяці тому +1

    Wow..Thumbs up for real

    • @MattsShop
      @MattsShop  3 місяці тому +1

      You're welcome 👍

  • @jimmyathegreek3098
    @jimmyathegreek3098 3 роки тому +2

    I have a powerful magnet but the dash glass is too far from the needle any suggestions

  • @johnpaulnava7292
    @johnpaulnava7292 3 роки тому +1

    ima try that on my 2003 ford ranger same problem..as yours..going to buy magnets in the morning. would it work for gas gauge??.I will comment results...definite geniuse move...thx

    • @MattsShop
      @MattsShop  3 роки тому +1

      If the gauges are flipped like this it should work on the gas guage with the key off.

  • @juliesmith5948
    @juliesmith5948 2 роки тому +3

    It worked!!! I tried it today & it worked!!! Thank You😋

  • @reeseowens2182
    @reeseowens2182 Рік тому +1

    That was so awesome, does it work for the gas guage as well???

  • @angelogotrice
    @angelogotrice 2 місяці тому

    On fords to do a gauge sweep hold the odometer button down and turn they key to stage two twice not starting, it’ll give a message saying gauge sweep then will sweep they gauges afterward. To take it out of test mode simply remove key and put back in ignition

  • @EggersEggers-pd6te
    @EggersEggers-pd6te 3 роки тому +2

    That's great, for a stuck needle. What about a needle that's constantly all over the place while driving?

    • @MattsShop
      @MattsShop  3 роки тому +3

      The fuel sending unit in the tank is most likely bad.

    • @EggersEggers-pd6te
      @EggersEggers-pd6te 3 роки тому

      @@MattsShop Cool. I'll check it out. Thanks. 👍

  • @ladywilson292
    @ladywilson292 Рік тому

    My mom 2005 Chevrolet Venture gas Guage and water temp Guage are malfunctioning. The gas needle is way passed the E. There is no needle level stopper like yours. The fuel pump is new. Any suggestions? We already tried the magnet method.

  • @marcusfoxworth7094
    @marcusfoxworth7094 6 місяців тому

    Believe it or not it just happened to be a day ago. And I didn't know what to do just do the next step and go inside the dash board. Until I went on UA-cam and seen your magnificent trick with a magnet and it damn sure working like a charm. Thanks my friend for the awesome technic.👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @motorcity429
    @motorcity429 Рік тому

    Looks like you suffering from limp needle syndrome it's pretty common easiest way to fix it is put the car in neutral and red line it five times

  • @marcusfoxworth7094
    @marcusfoxworth7094 6 місяців тому

    Also I wanted to add. The trick was performed on 2003 ford explorer sport XLT

  • @mattgameplay6477
    @mattgameplay6477 5 місяців тому +1

    Thank you ! 2024 and this video still helpful

  • @scottfrye5535
    @scottfrye5535 3 роки тому +1

    My speedometer was stuck i got a ice pic got it hot push throw plastic made a small hole got a pipe cleaner this works.

    • @MattsShop
      @MattsShop  3 роки тому +3

      Lol a melted hole in the plastic would drive me crazy!!

  • @kiyosenl.3889
    @kiyosenl.3889 2 роки тому +1

    Yooooo im not the only person to do this to their ranger lol, i didn't look for this i just came across it lol

    • @MattsShop
      @MattsShop  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you! They are saying this is fake smh.

  • @henrybermudo6894
    @henrybermudo6894 2 роки тому +2

    You're a genius!!!

  • @TattooedRobot
    @TattooedRobot 3 роки тому +2

    I Can't believe this worked for me! Thanx!

  • @suhaimizainol1805
    @suhaimizainol1805 2 роки тому +1

    Im going to try this method soon... is there a magnet in every fuel meter?

    • @MattsShop
      @MattsShop  2 роки тому +2

      Idk there are little motors behind the gauges with magnets in them so probably.

  • @raybdavisjr
    @raybdavisjr 2 роки тому +1

    Great trick. My case was a little different in that I had no peg to get stuck on, and it was past 80 on the gauge after an oil change at Oil Well (it's an old car so not blaming them). So I used your magnet trick to put it down as close to zero as I could get it, and it did float up to about 40. But the next day I started and and the needle went down to zero on startup, and then up to about 50 which is where it always ran before the oil change. Now it seems to be running correctly. Thank you.

    • @hithereperson8137
      @hithereperson8137 Рік тому

      Shit dude just leave it. Now you feel GREAT about your oil pressure

  • @micahisaac
    @micahisaac 3 роки тому +2

    God bless you sir

  • @ahmedsaid886
    @ahmedsaid886 5 років тому +2

    Thumbs up to you. Lol

  • @raysaviationlife7623
    @raysaviationlife7623 2 роки тому

    Definitely trying this out anytime from now when they return my car,my fuel gauge stuck on zero

  • @RoverIAC
    @RoverIAC 3 роки тому

    not sure this is going to work on my 1970s tech but thanks anyway.

  • @virginia8beach8man
    @virginia8beach8man 3 роки тому +1

    This worked for me. It was the second time that I did it before it took.

  • @lucaizan8722
    @lucaizan8722 Рік тому +1

    It helped me a lot

  • @vicabramov8983
    @vicabramov8983 Рік тому +1

    does it work for the colt gauge as well?

  • @willieburnett130
    @willieburnett130 Рік тому +1

    Thank you. I fix my truck

  • @lizzettegonzalez6879
    @lizzettegonzalez6879 Рік тому +1

    Awesome!!!!

  • @mikespencer3824
    @mikespencer3824 Рік тому +1

    What kind of magnet did you use. Where do I get one?

    • @MattsShop
      @MattsShop  Рік тому +1

      Neodymium bar magnets work best. Wrap it in a rag so it won't scratch. Amazon

    • @mikespencer3824
      @mikespencer3824 Рік тому

      @@MattsShop , thank you

  • @catherinekeagy2699
    @catherinekeagy2699 7 місяців тому

    3:21 thank you again!!!

  • @scotquigley513
    @scotquigley513 4 роки тому +1

    Got any quick fixes for gas gauge not working?

    • @MattsShop
      @MattsShop  4 роки тому +1

      It's probably the fuel sending unit that is bad. This won't fix that.

  • @Thankful677
    @Thankful677 2 роки тому +1

    I have a question can you help

  • @pierroboateng2720
    @pierroboateng2720 2 роки тому

    I tried but didn't work please

  • @bobg3221
    @bobg3221 Рік тому

    To bad someone already did this trick long ago now let’s see you pull a motor and redo timing chain guides? Didn’t think so. Sorry not trying to be rude. But there’s actually a lot of people that actually knows about this trick especially on Fords

    • @jrmadkison7343
      @jrmadkison7343 Рік тому

      Yes but u r rude he's just showing the rest of the world that doesn't know. Why dont you go fly kite u rude mfer. Let's see u not being rude sorry didn't think so. Hey everytime u think your big man on the block trust me there's always someone bigger and tuffer than u lemon head. Nesc time watch ur ps and QS pin head.

    • @ritalines8139
      @ritalines8139 Рік тому

      Yes and alot that don't know it😊

    • @firstlast---
      @firstlast--- 9 місяців тому +1

      I've rebuilt engines and done timing jobs. I had no idea about this trick. It's going to work great on my recently purchased ranger that has a bad engine. Don't be so hateful!

  • @hilalbai3666
    @hilalbai3666 4 місяці тому +1

    Thanks man

  • @ericthomas7474
    @ericthomas7474 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks again for me to... Worked

  • @lkernsjr
    @lkernsjr Рік тому

    That was legit increds!!

  • @cesardeluna4560
    @cesardeluna4560 Рік тому +1

    Thanks brother 🙏

  • @chasesmith8679
    @chasesmith8679 2 роки тому

    Does that work for the gas hand too or is it truly a gas tank issue

    • @reeseowens2182
      @reeseowens2182 Рік тому

      Yes I was trying to see if it works for the gas guage as well

  • @Taylor-jq6rl
    @Taylor-jq6rl 4 роки тому +1

    in speedo u need to change speedo cable

    • @MattsShop
      @MattsShop  4 роки тому +1

      Yup, it won't work on that.

  • @jameslee2881
    @jameslee2881 9 місяців тому +1

    Fantastic job

  • @Koyokochotl
    @Koyokochotl 3 роки тому

    Fucking choice haha

  • @hmmm.7778
    @hmmm.7778 2 роки тому +1

    Cool trick!

  • @roseulrich3779
    @roseulrich3779 2 роки тому +1

    Good job!!!!

  • @M.Arbogast
    @M.Arbogast Рік тому

    Will this work with temp gauge

  • @vashtiadajen7718
    @vashtiadajen7718 2 роки тому

    Wow ...just wow. Thank you

  • @larrybrooks3788
    @larrybrooks3788 2 роки тому

    Great job

  • @dianeirving1299
    @dianeirving1299 3 роки тому +1

    My 2006 trailblazer has the same issue. I’m gonna go outside and try it now! God bless you if this works! Thank you so much for sharing

    • @MattsShop
      @MattsShop  3 роки тому

      You're welcome! Let us know if it worked!

  • @trustori2407
    @trustori2407 3 місяці тому

    👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻💯

  • @BIaccCat
    @BIaccCat Рік тому

    They start easier when they’re in park. Thanks for the help though bro! Lol