If there is indeed a breakdown it is unpleasant. Even if it is not really dramatic, you will have to solve your problem quickly for obvious security measures. Brief advice, when you have an ordinary dial problem, we advise you to download a smartphone app such as for example Waze . You will in fact know your speed close to reality using a device GPS . In addition, the positions of fixed and mobile speed cameras will be reported by other motorists. In this guide, we will see what are the most common speedometer malfunctions in a Seat 132, and their causes.
The needle of the meter of your Seat 132 which jumps
This is a problem that remains excessively annoying. When your needle skips, it's impossible to know its real speed . In addition, the eye will be spontaneously captivated by this phenomenon, which is rather problematic. One can find precious frequent reasons for this dificulty. It is possible that the wiring between the speed sensor with the dial of your Seat 132 is defective. Another cause, this speed sensor is faulty, it will probably have to be replaced. Less frequently, the problem comes from the pivot of the needle.
The counter of your Seat 132 remains at zero
It is by far the problème the most annoying. The dial hand which remains at zero is often linked to a sensor problem. Your sensor is not inevitably damaged. Sometimes it will be enough to put a special product for electrical wiring to clean it. The problem of electrical connections therefore remains very usual on your Seat 132. However, it also happens that the axis which will allow the needle to turn is broken. In this case, it is not easy to simply get this piece individually. If the problem is not corrected, you will probably have to repair the sensors of your Seat 132. We nevertheless advise you to go to a garage to do a real audit.
Approximate speed of the counter
Note that by default, this speedometer is somewhat approximate. If you are riding, the speed displayed is approximately 5% above the actual appearance of your Seat 132. It is a safety choice that manufacturers have made in order to avoid radars, and hassle with users. If you want to understand your speed, it is advisable to drive on expressways using an app like waze. On unchanging speeds, the app is much more accurate. If your speed is really discordant, in this case there is undoubtedly a problem coming from the sensors. We therefore advise you to have them checked. You will understand, the problem generally comes from the sensors of your Seat 132. Replacing this sensor will usually come back cheaper than changing the entire counter. So examine the source of this problem before going to your mechanic. Hoping that this ticket has served you, enjoy the road!