It is a known issue. You may need to remove the steering wheel in order to remove this bezel. Or, you can simply take the panel out and solder it yourself for free. Then finally turn the key off. Mar 16, 2011 You can take a look at the back of the cluster, where the odometer plugs in for cold solder joints.
Plus, they contain full trouble code descriptions and troubleshooting instructions. Advised Not To Drive Vehicle. Also, The Dealer Stated That The Module Behind The Dash Was Faulty. The dash on a Ford F-150 pickup truck is made up of numerous trim panels that help contain the instrument panel, cluster and other components. When you get the bottom corners loose, work your way up to the top. Apr 07, 2007 Instrument Panel Goes Off And On.
Unlike the cheaper Haynes and Chilton manuals that cover multiple year models, leaving the exact information you need to fix your car, these professional manuals cover your exact year, make, model. For safety purposes, always disconnect the negative battery terminal before beginning the process. Also, the dealer stated that the module behind the dash was faulty. The maintenance request should be gone. However, was not advised to schedule an appointment for the repairs.
Remove the bolts behind the knee bolster. Not being intimately familiar with the boards involved or the display itself, I cant suggest where to look in specific, but it is also possible that you have a bad solder connection or two that need to be redone. Problem is increasing-anywhere from 1 to 5 times in an hour of driving. The computer senses something is wrong and makes adjustments. The lighter fuse - 15 amp located in the under hood fuse box supply's battery voltage to pin 16. When you get the bottom corners loose, work your way up to the top. Well, here's the steps if you still haven't done it.
Vehicle was purchased on 20060110. Brought To Two Dealerships Who Advised That Part Was Not Available Due To Nationwide Issue And Offered No Eta On Part Availability. Remove the bolts using a socket wrench, and pull the panel out far enough to access the rear side. Use the trim stick to release the bezel's clips at the top end, pry it off and disconnect any electrical connectors attached to it. Spoke With Nationwide Customer Representatives Who Have Denied Problem With Cluster Exists Despite Order Backlog And Have Been Told Nothing Can Be Done.
The manufacturer was notified of the malfunction. The Contact Asked The Dealer Prior To Purchasing The Vehicle If There Were Any Related Recalls And Was Advised That There Were None. This article applies to the Ford F-150. Remove the 9 instrument panel bolts. The Contact Stated That Cruise Control Was Near The Related Recall Component And Could Catch On Fire. If equipped, remove the 4 third center brace bolts. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.
Vehicle was using Cruise Control. This is usually a cold or poor solder joint that has given up. Nov 18, 2009 Put your key in and turn to the 1st position, with your other hand hold down the odometer reset until the triangular engine light flashes 3 times. You will need to remove the cluster from the dash to take a look at the solder joints and the pin connector for the message center display. Separate the circuit board from the cluster.
Since Truck Is Only One Year Old, This Means ford Wants You To Pay Up To A Thousand Dollars A Year For An Instrument Cluster. Many codes found in this mode mean absolutely nothing without other, expensive test equipment at the dealership. Right Now The Dash Is Intermittent. Remove the two 7mm screws behind the knee bolster on either side of the steering column. Vehicle was purchased on 20060601.
Keep reading and we'll walk you through the process. You will need to remove the cluster from the dash to take a look at the solder joints and the pin connector for the message center display. I have not been able to find them yet, maybe with a magnifying glass and a good light, you will have better luck than myself. Vehicle was using Cruise Control. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
Speedometer, Ac, Cruise Control, Tachometer And Water Temperature Gauge Go Off And On While Driving. The approximate failure mileage was 23,000. The Manager Confirmed That They Were Aware Of The Recall Notice Five Months Prior To The Purchase. The Contact Received Recall Notice 06c11 On April 7, 2007 Stating That The Instrument Cluster Calibration Had Not Been Repaired. At which point, turn the key to the second position and release the odometer reset.