Digital Clock losing time
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Digital Clock losing time
The digital 24hr clock on my C180 dash is intermittently losing time. Typically this is around 45 minutes in 2 or 3 days. From the pattern I've seen it looks more like the clock has maybe stopped, then restarted on its own, although it's possible that this is a case of a very inaccurate clock.
When I reset the time manually, it's fine for a few weeks, then the problem recurrs. There may be some correlation with cold weather.
Anyone else seen a problem like this, or have any diagnostic suggestions?
When I reset the time manually, it's fine for a few weeks, then the problem recurrs. There may be some correlation with cold weather.
Anyone else seen a problem like this, or have any diagnostic suggestions?
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I'm thinking of taking it in to the dealership as the car is still covered by an extended warranty. Of course, it's debateable if this repair would be covered or not.
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If you've got an extended warranty, just take it in and have them deal with fixing it.
Could just be the clock, or could be a symptom of bigger electrical issues.
Could just be the clock, or could be a symptom of bigger electrical issues.
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I'll post the outcome when I pick up the car tomorrow (assuming we're not snowed in by then, as there's severe weather forecast overnight).
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So the dealership diagnosed a faulty instrument panel. Replacement part covered by extended warranty, to be shipped from Germany and fitted on arrival sometime next week.