hud heads up display

any one have any problems with there hud fading in and out some times it works some times it dosnt and some times it is really dim even with dim ajustment all the way up its in a 98 prix gtp

The heads up display fading or dimming problem is either bad solder joints or the photocell on the HUD circuit board located in the dashboard.

The heads up display fading or dimming problem is either bad solder joints or the photocell on the HUD circuit board located in the dashboard.
Couldn't it also be a dirty dimmer switch? I assume it is a potentiometer of some sort. I would take that out and spray it with tuner cleaner.

I've had that happen to me a few times when it gets cold outside. That's only been a few occassions here in S. Florida though.

Apparently it's very common and the problem is caused by a solder connection that needs to be redone.

Some guys on the ***Edited Out by Moderator*** site have done the procedure. I wouldn't know where to start.

I've had that happen to me a few times when it gets cold outside. That's only been a few occassions here in S. Florida though.

Apparently it's very common and the problem is caused by a solder connection that needs to be redone.

Some guys on the ****** site have done the procedure. I wouldn't know where to start.

Some guys on AF have done it too including me. :grinyes: Sorry link to the exact thread or tech procedure only and not a general reference to Club Med. :nono:

All you have to do is remove the HUD assembly. Then remove the HUD circuit board. Then locate the photocell on the pcb. See first pic. And then touch up the solder points/joints on the back of the PCB. See second pic.


http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y186/lizzywiz/hud1-1.jpg
Pic 1


http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y186/lizzywiz/hud2.jpg
Pic 2

thanks I will check it out and let you know what happens

Yes i have the same problem with my 98 GT, Mine does it when i am on bumpy roads and keeps acting funny till i shut the car off and let it sit but i have know idea what the problem is.