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)

Worldwide Diagnostic System (WDS) 418-F224, New Generation STAR (NGS) Tester 418-F052, or equivalent diagnostic tool
Instrument Gauge System Tester 014-R1063 or equivalent
73III Automotive Meter 105-R0057 or equivalent
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   ...

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 ...