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Hi Dave, No I am still trying. I attempted wiring the spare instrument cluster as described previously so that both clusters were wired independently and surprise the fitted temp unit worked. In my glee I dislodged the temporary earth lead to the battery from the spare cluster and the fitted unit st...

Thanks Charles, Yes I have seen the site mentioned and it is very very helpful. I will try your suggestions although I am not that great with a multimeter and resistances, maybe this is a good time to learn? I did think of running a wire from the temp sensor to the now spare instrument cluster TU te...

Hi, Did you buy it from Ebay china ? I ask as I purchased a Maxi scan, it powered up when connected to the vehicle but when disconnected would not store or display the info from the vehicle on its screen nor onto my computer (not on my MGF as not OBD 2 compatable). Agree with comments to try it on a...

Hi, Thanks for responding. Yes earthed wire from sensor to engine and also to the bodywork and max reading on gauge shown both times. Have also created a temporary new earth from the GRD fixing screw on the rear of the temp gauge to the battery. I have also used electrical residue remover spray on t...

Hi from Orpington, Owned 1998 1.8i for four years, bought with a tax refund from HMC when retired. Not sure if this is how a topic is posted but I do now really need help. Water temp gauge not working, have replaced both sensors to be sure (no I am not Irish). Have also purchased and fitted used ins...