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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) Instrument Cluster INOP - "No Bus" Message Displayed on Odo.

    Here's what wound up happening to mine... I made an appointment with the "man" late September. As I was driving over, I heard a "bing" and looked down at a fully functional instrument cluster. I decided to have them look at it anyway... even though it seemed fine after multiple start cycles...
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) Cracked Block Repaired - Break-In Recomendations

    Thanks for the advice so far!!! Everyone has summed up my plans so far... vary RPM's (total PITA on the highway)... planed on changing the oil @ 500 miles... stick my trailer behind it for a few weeks of back and forth to work driving. Regarding synthetic oil, Cummins states on their...
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) Cracked Block Repaired - Break-In Recomendations

    My truck is finally back from the shop. About a month ago, I noticed a slight smell of coolant and couldn't trace the leak. After pressure testing my block, a 2" crack was found on the passenger side between two of the freeze plugs (FYI... 111,000 miles). I thought I was totally down and out...
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) Instrument Cluster INOP - "No Bus" Message Displayed on Odo.

    My issue was with the right side connector behind the instrument cluster. Dielectric grease helped but I wound up replacing the connector. Been working fine since replacement...
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) DRB scan tool equivilant

    Unfortunately I have had time to play with the real time data acquisition mode. As soon as I do, I'll post my thoughts on the product.
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) Instrument Cluster INOP - "No Bus" Message Displayed on Odo.

    But it's a manual trans... the only connections I can think of off the top of my head are for speed & reverse light.
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) Instrument Cluster INOP - "No Bus" Message Displayed on Odo.

    Ok, I used a scan tool to read the DTC's set and here's what I got: P1698. The scan tool says that it means "No Transmission Bus Communication. " Could someone help interpret this code?... What do you think it's pointing to? I'm skeptical that it's the cluster since, all functions work...
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) DRB scan tool equivilant

    Well so far I've downloaded my codes and was able to reset the codes..... that works great. Will need to play with the real time data acquisition stuff next...
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) DRB scan tool equivilant

    One Option Options are endless... . prices range from $150 to $2000. In an effort to help diagnose a "no Bus" condition on my truck, I made a mad dash to Autozone last night. I purchased a unit made by Actron... model #CP9145... paid $275. Supposedly this unit will not only display/reset...
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) Instrument Cluster INOP - "No Bus" Message Displayed on Odo.

    Thanks for all the tips so far!!! I'm leaving work shortly and will go home and continue diagnosing. I will try removing the cluster, applying dielectric grease, and reinstalling first... seems to have helped some and that's the only part of the system that I've touched in the recent past...
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) Instrument Cluster INOP - "No Bus" Message Displayed on Odo.

    Hello All... Didn't have such a good Monday morning yesterday. In a rush to get to work, I ran out, jumped into my truck, started the engine and watched the oil pressure gage do nothing. The truck ran fine (i. e. no crazy noises) but, I shut her down after running and waiting with great...
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) No Oil Pressure Indication Upon Start-Up

    More than a Sending Unit Thanks for the tip, Graphic Man. When I arrived home today, I started diagnosing. First I tried restarting to see if the gremlins left... nope. However this time I was much more attentive of the cluster... noticed that all the gages weren't reading... on/off...
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) No Oil Pressure Indication Upon Start-Up

    Instrument Cluster INOP - "No Bus" Message Displayed on Odo. Hello All... Didn't have such a good Monday morning today. In a rush to get to work, I ran out, jumped into my truck, started the engine and watched the oil pressure gage do nothing. The truck ran fine (i. e. not crazy noises)...
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) Fuel Mileage Average with 4.10 Gears

    By the way..... My shoes do have LEAD in them!!!!!!!... ... I drive my truck like a road racer 75% of the time (heal-toe down shifts included)! I guess that's a big variable I forgot to mention :p
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) Fuel Mileage Average with 4.10 Gears

    Thanks for the quick response, guys!!!... from what I hear so far, I'm not too alarmed (thought I might have had a problem developing). I will trend my mileage over the next few tanks and see what the curve looks like. jtwcummins, The mileage numbers you quoted... was that with your...
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) Fuel Mileage Average with 4.10 Gears

    OK... . I'm ashamed to admit it but at 85,000 miles, I recently began tracking my fuel mileage (did it for a few tank fulls when new but, never did it again... until now). After calculating mpg for (1) tank full, I was shocked!!! ONLY 13 MPG??? Before I completely flip out and start...
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) OBD-II Data Link Options

    First Off... Happy Holidays!!! :D I am considering purchasing Cummin's QuickCheck engine diagnostic tool but, want to flush out all other options first. I currently don't own a PalmPilot but, I do own a laptop. Before I am forced to purchase a PalmPilot out of necessity to utilize the...
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    2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission Good Alignment Shop in CT

    Thanks! ... for all the suggestions! :D I'll give Mike (Jay's son) a shot. I'm currently getting my wheels clear-coated and when they're back on, I'll set something up. I've had my D25 springs on for 1 1/2 months and it has definitely sagged some... . want to have the alignment checked and...
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    2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission Good Alignment Shop in CT

    I was wondering if anyone has a good alignment shop to recommend in CT. I recently had my alignment adjusted by the shop I usually use and am not quite satisfied with their job. I provided the TSB, alignment specs, and stayed with my rig during the job to no avail!... as usual they adjusted the...
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