2000 chevy malibu. gauges/controls wont work when car is started. what is the

[josh8kanswers]

problem? gas gages, temp gages, defrost, A/C, heater, cruise control, daytime lights.

 

[Mr Doesright]

Check for recalls or service bulletins on-line or ask at local dealer. I would check fuses first and see if any blown. But it sounds like the "brain" of your car may be shorting or something. I think they are called an ECM..

 

[Karle]

bad wiring to the dash??? that was a problem with these cars there was a recall on some of them so u will want to check....

also have u checked ur fuses??..good luck

 

[bmwrider001]

check and see if it is the ignition switch hanging up when returning from the crank position, try wiggling the ignition switch with the key and see if everything comes on, if so, that's it