[Scottys 4X4 Duramax]

Ive had this problem 2 days in a row now.. 03 LB7 ..... gauges don't register when key is switched on... even after cranking.. have wiggled key bumped dash & nothing... about 2 min in to my drive they come alive.. any body have this problem?.... any advice?

 

[Kim P]

Same problem

Having the same problem 03 GMC LB7. Had to replace Alternator. The one they put in was causing severe voltage fluctuating. Had it replaced, now cluster lights and gauges delay when starting. Takes about one minute for them to come on.

 

[jblather]

Common problem. Simple Solution.

Ive had this problem 2 days in a row now.. 03 LB7 ..... gauges don't register when key is switched on... even after cranking.. have wiggled key bumped dash & nothing... about 2 min in to my drive they come alive.. any body have this problem?.... any advice?

This is the typical symptom when the batteries need replacing. It might also be your alternator.

Go down to Advance Auto and they'll test your electrical system (alternator, batts, etc) for free.

 

[GeneralLee01]

My 03 is having the same problem. The batteries can cause the guages to not even work for a little bit?

 

[jblather]

Yes. Bad batteries and alternators can cause the cluster to not boot. The easy solution is to have the entire electrical system tested (FOR FREE) at places like Advanced Auto.