Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Instrument Cluster and Panel Illumination
The instrument cluster and panel illumination system illuminates the following components:
- instrument cluster (10849)
- audio unit (18806)
- A/C-heater control
- fog lamp switch
- transmission range indicator
- traction control switch
- rear window defrost control switch
The instrument cluster is a hybrid electronic cluster (HEC), which uses both hardwired circuitry and the standard corporate protocol (SCP) communication network to transmit and receive information. The Mustang instrument cluster backlighting has illumination bulbs that are installed separately from the instrument cluster. The Cobra instrument cluster has a laminated, electroluminescent applique to backlight the cluster . The electroluminescent applique and instrument cluster must be installed as an assembly.
- Instrument Cluster and Panel Illumination (Diagnosis and Testing)
- Instrument Cluster (Description and Operation)
- Instrument Cluster (Diagnosis and Testing)
Instrument Cluster and Panel Illumination (Diagnosis and Testing)
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 71 , Instrument Illumination for schematic and
connector information.
Special Tool(s)
73III Automotive Meter
105-R0057 or equivalent
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Other materials:
Removal
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect
performance of vital
components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A
new part with
the same part number must be installed if installation becomes necessary. ...
Plenum Chamber
Removal
1. Remove the instrument panel. For additional information, refer to Section.
2. Remove the audio unit. For additional information, refer to Section.
3. If equipped, remove the CD player. For additional information, refer to
Section.
4. Remove the ...
Component Tests
Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve
1. Open the hood.
2. NOTE: Key symptom is elevated idle speed while noise is occurring.
NOTE: "Snapping" the throttle can induce the noise.
Verify the condition by operating the vehicle for a short time.
3. Inspect the IAC valv ...