Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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2012 Buick Verano
Section 28 (Gauges)
2012 Buick VeranoSECTION Section 28 (Gauges)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Honda Insight and 2010 Honda Insight. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Component Location Index
- System Description
- Self-diagnostic Function
- Notes
- Entering the self-diagnostic function with the HDS
- Entering the self-diagnostic function (manual method)
- The Indicator Drive Circuit Check
- The Ambient Meter Color Variation Check
- The Beeper Drive Circuit Check
- Switch Input Check
- The Multi-Information Display (MID) Check
- The Gauge Drive Circuit Check
- The Communication Line Check
- Ending the self-diagnostic function
- Circuit Diagram
- DTC Troubleshooting
- DTC B1152: Gauge Control Module Internal Error (EEPROM error)
- DTC B1155: Gauge Control Module Lost Communication With the MICU (Headlight Switch Message)
- DTC B1156: Gauge Control Module Lost Communication With the MICU (Wiper Switch Message)
- DTC B1157: Gauge Control Module Lost Communication With the MICU (MICU Message)
- DTC B1159: Gauge Control Module Lost Communication With the MICU (Door Switch Message)
- DTC B1160: Gauge Control Module Lost Communication With the MICU (Door Lock Switch)
- DTC B1168: Gauge Control Module Lost Communication With PCM (Engine Messages)
- DTC B1169: Gauge Control Module Lost Communication With the PCM (A/T Message)
- DTC B1170: Gauge Control Module Lost Communication With VSA/ABS Modulator-Control Unit (VSA/ABS Message)
- DTC B1173: Gauge Control Module Lost Communication With TPMS Control Unit (TPMS message)
- DTC B1175: Fuel Level Sensor (Fuel Gauge Sending Unit) Circuit Malfunction
- DTC B1176: Fuel Level Sensor (Fuel Gauge Sending Unit) Circuit
- DTC B1178: F-CAN Communication Circuit Error
- DTC B1183: Gauge Control Module Lost Communication With EPS Control Unit (EPS Message)
- DTC B1185: Gauge Control Module Lost Communication With Motor Control Module (MCM)
- DTC B1187: Gauge Control Module Lost Communication With SRS Unit (SRS Message)
- Gauge Control Module Input Test
- Multi-information Switch Test/Replacement
- Rewriting the ODO Data and Transferring the Maintenance Minder Data to a New Gauge Control Module
- Gauge Control Module Replacement
- Outside Air Temperature Indicator Calibration
- ECON Switch Test/Replacement
- Resetting the Lifetime Points
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.