Std Boost Gauge Not Working

[R3sp3ct]

Hi all,

My standard boost gauge is staying on 0 but I seem to have normal boost. Anything I can do to fix it or opinions on what I should do???

Cheers

Steve

[Greekos]

the line going into your intake has split or come off, it will be black with a yellow line if im correct, its found near your throttle cable

[sl33py]

Yeah, hope it's just the sensor has come disconnected or something, if it's a buggered sensor itself... that's workable.. if it's the DASH itself... ugly + labour.

[Sinista32]

Mayhaps jst the ziptie at either end and it has blown off/come loose, or as stated above youve lost presure through a split/break. As it is zero you likely will not hear it. Just replace the whole line, be done with it.

[Frink]

Hey Steve, how ya doing? long time no see....

  Sinista32 said:

Mayhaps jst the ziptie at either end and it has blown off/come loose, or as stated above youve lost presure through a split/break. As it is zero you likely will not hear it. Just replace the whole line, be done with it.

Agree with all of the above.... Is the gauge still moving like normal, only to read 0 at full boost? If so, then it does sound like you have a split in the line. If you have an aftermarket boost gauge, then just disconnect the standard gauge as you'll probably almost never use. However, if you don't have an aftermarket gauge, then you'll need to find the leak and repair it. Even though the standard gauge isn't the best for an accurate reading of pressure, it is still however a good indication that the turbo is making boost.

Either way, the problem should be dealt with, as even a small boost leak can upset the ECU and other sensors which in turn will affect the way that your car generally runs. The other thing to remember is that over time, the split in the line will only get bigger, therefore becoming a bigger problem....

[MP_R33]

sensor has disconnected by the sounds of things. should be an easy fix

[R3sp3ct]

  Frink said:

Hey Steve, how ya doing? long time no see....

Agree with all of the above.... Is the gauge still moving like normal, only to read 0 at full boost? If so, then it does sound like you have a split in the line. If you have an aftermarket boost gauge, then just disconnect the standard gauge as you'll probably almost never use. However, if you don't have an aftermarket gauge, then you'll need to find the leak and repair it. Even though the standard gauge isn't the best for an accurate reading of pressure, it is still however a good indication that the turbo is making boost.

Either way, the problem should be dealt with, as even a small boost leak can upset the ECU and other sensors which in turn will affect the way that your car generally runs. The other thing to remember is that over time, the split in the line will only get bigger, therefore becoming a bigger problem....

Not to bad Luke, yourself? I've been really busy and my car is still stock but things should slowly start happening.

My boost gauge stays on 0 all the time when driving. Where exactly should I be looking for this leak???? There is a little black hose about 5 mil across which connects to the rear of the plenum that has cracked before but seems fine now.......

[Bullet32]

Hey Steve,

If you remember where I live you can bring it to my place this weekend and I'll have a good look at it for you, I have heaps of vaccum hose that we can use if you need it.

Cheers mate

Mick

[R3sp3ct]

  Bullet32 said:

Hey Steve,

If you remember where I live you can bring it to my place this weekend and I'll have a good look at it for you, I have heaps of vaccum hose that we can use if you need it.

Cheers mate

Mick

Hey Mick!

Lol I have no idea and I'll be in Sydney till sunday. I may have to take up your offer next weekend if I can't find the problem.....

[Bullet32]

No problem mate, just PM me if you need a hand and I'll give you my number.

[r33skylinegtst]

If it's an issue with the cluster itself i've had dealings with Premier Instruments in Dickson. Top service and pretty good prices; didn't charge me a cent to look at a stuffed tacho.

If you need a replacement though i've got a stock tacho+boost guage. Tacho is stuffed but the boost guage works, may be able to swap them round? PM me if you end up needing one.

[R3sp3ct]

I fixed it! The line running from the back of the plenum was snapped off at one end and the other had a huge split. I put it all back together and it works fine I think ill need a new hose though.