Instrument Cluster Repair - NSX, 1991-05

The original gauge cluster was built using the same problematic components as the climate control unit, radio, and amplifiers.  These components will leak out electrolytic acid with age, causing corrosion. Corrosion caused by the acid can lead to damage to the circuit board and other sensitive electrical components that are now obsolete and can not be replaced. The damage to the traces on the circuit board can also lead to fire, which has occurred to a number of NSX. 

Several symptoms, described below, are evidence that corrosion damage is already affecting the cluster. Because all NSX instrument clusters will experience this damage caused by age, it's imperative to repair the clusters before these symptoms occur. By repairing the cluster before damage occurs, you limit the chance that the damage will render the cluster unrepairable.

Symptoms (more than one symptom may be experienced):

• Brake light warning light on with no brake light out (may only be very dimly lit).
• When powered on, all lamps should cycle. Some lamps may not illuminate, indicating a problem.
• Tach and/or Speedo erratic, or not working
• Burning smell

ScienceofSpeed Repair Services:

The rebuild of the cluster includes disassembly, cleaning, and neutralizing existing acid damage. Problematic components are desoldered and replaced with new high-quality components. Damaged traces will be repaired. The cluster is then reassembled and each function is tested. Repairs included photography of the instrument cluster and a quality control checklist demonstrating that each function has been tested and verified.

Instrument Cluster Repairs at ScienceofSpeed is offered:

ScienceofSpeed offers these repairs "in-house" at our Chandler, AZ location. For vehicles not visiting ScienceofSpeed for repair, the cluster will need to be removed from the vehicle for repair.  You can send the cluster in for repair after placing the order for this repair.  The cluster is extremely fragile and irreplacable, so be sure to package it well to avoid any issues or loss. Once you place the order, you will receive a form to fill out for us to gather additional information along with instructions on how to proceed.

Special conditions:

• If your cluster includes damage to specialized components not included in the repair, we will contact you for an estimate.
• If your cluster is damaged beyond repair, we will contact you with photos and information about why the cluster is not repairable.
• If the cluster is not repairable, the repair cost will be reduced by 50% to cover the labor involved in the repair process.