Dave64 Posted July 10, 2017 Share Posted July 10, 2017 The LED letters/numbers have finally disappeared. Folks on the big board say it's an easy fix. I do believe it's way beyond my capabilities. Has anyone here had this problem fixed locally, or done it themselves? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheCMSH Posted July 10, 2017 Share Posted July 10, 2017 I've done it......twice. The first time I followed the recommended procedure of NOT adding solder and merely re-flowing the solder on the LED's. I got the display back but it was somewhat dimmer than it should've been and eventually started to fade out again I recently had need to put in a new ignition switch so I needed to pull the bezel for that. I popped the head unit back out, cracked it open, a touched up the solder points, flowing just a dab of new solder this time around. Display is now strong and bright like new Its not a horrible thing to do. I went out and purchased a cold solder tool because I was concerned about overheating the components. It was really difficult to control both times. I think just a little Weller solder tool is the trick and just don't lay the tip on the connections for too long. Does take a steady hand, if you're shakey at all, this will not be the DIY for you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave64 Posted July 10, 2017 Author Share Posted July 10, 2017 If I buy the beer of your choice, would you consider tackling mine? I'm sure I can get it out. I could probably do the fix if I had supervision even. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheCMSH Posted July 10, 2017 Share Posted July 10, 2017 Not sure I'd be comfortable doing it Dave, nothing personal. Its one thing if I mess up my own stuff, I'd be sick if I screwed the pooch on yours. Not to mention I really don't know when I would have time to commit to it. Check out this link, positive reviews and the turn around is fast. This was going to be my back up plan: http://www.ebay.com/itm/C5-CORVETTE-A-C-HVAC-CLIMATE-CONTROL-LCD-DISPLAY-REPAIR-/110789798281 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dale68z Posted July 11, 2017 Share Posted July 11, 2017 No big deal. I soldered up my wife's 04. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
insatiableOne Posted July 11, 2017 Share Posted July 11, 2017 Good time to learn a new skill. Especially if you have step by step instructions. Worst you could do is take to electronics repair shop if really scared. I understand some people just are not inclined for certain tasks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave64 Posted July 11, 2017 Author Share Posted July 11, 2017 7 hours ago, TheCMSH said: Not sure I'd be comfortable doing it Dave, nothing personal. Its one thing if I mess up my own stuff, I'd be sick if I screwed the pooch on yours. Not to mention I really don't know when I would have time to commit to it. Check out this link, positive reviews and the turn around is fast. This was going to be my back up plan: http://www.ebay.com/itm/C5-CORVETTE-A-C-HVAC-CLIMATE-CONTROL-LCD-DISPLAY-REPAIR-/110789798281 I understand. No sweat. I'll try it and see what happens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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