Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Instrument Cluster (Diagnosis and Testing)
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 60 , Instrument Cluster for schematic and connector information.
Special Tool(s)
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Worldwide Diagnostic System (WDS) 418-F224, New Generation STAR (NGS) Tester 418-F052, or equivalent diagnostic tool |
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Instrument Gauge System Tester 014-R1063 or equivalent |
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73III Automotive Meter 105-R0057 or equivalent |
- Principles of Operation
- Instrument Cluster Replacement
- Inspection and Verification
- Instrument Cluster Self-Diagnostic Mode
- Pinpoint Tests
Instrument Cluster (Description and Operation)
The instrument cluster (10849) consists of the following components:
Instrument Cluster-Base 3.8L Engine
Instrument Cluster-Base 4.6L Engine
Instrument Cluster-Cobra
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Principles of Operation
NOTE: A new instrument cluster must be reconfigured. Refer to
Section.
The instrument cluster is a hybrid electronic cluster (HEC). The
instrument cluster uses both hardwired
and the standard co ...
Other materials:
Changing the wiper blades
1. Pull the wiper blade and arm away
from the glass.
2. Squeeze the locking tabs to release
the blade from the arm and pull the
blade away from the arm to remove it.
3. Attach the new blade to the arm
and snap it into place.
Replace wiper blades at least onc ...
Cylinder Head - Distortion
Special Tool(s)
Straight Edge
303-D039 (D83L-4201-A) or
equivalent
1. Use a straight edge and a feeler gauge to inspect the cylinder head for
flatness. If the cylinder
head is distorted, install a new cylinder head.
Cylinder Bore -Cleaning ...
Component Tests
Battery-Load Test
1. With the engine running, turn the A/C on, the blower motor on high
speed and the headlamps
on high beam.
2. Increase the engine speed to approximately 2,000 rpm. The voltage
should increase a minimum
of 0.5 volt above the ba ...



