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Instrument Panel: Testing: Speedometer/Odometer: Festiva

If speedometer is not working, check speedometer cable, connectors and drive gear. Replace as necessary. If no problem is found or speedometer is abnormal, drive vehicle at 30 MPH. Refer to the FESTIVA SPEEDOMETER ROAD TEST CHART  . If speedometer does not read correctly, check for proper drive gear. If drive gear is good, replace speedometer. If speedometer does read correctly according to chart but is still abnormal, remove speedometer cable and inspect cable. If cable is good, replace speedometer.

NOTE: Tire wear can cause error in speedometer reading.
FESTIVA SPEEDOMETER ROAD TEST CHART

Time In Minutes Distance In Miles
2 1
4 2
6 3