Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Inspection and Verification

NOTE: A new instrument cluster must be reconfigured.

NOTE: The instrument panel dimmer switch is a part of the headlamp switch.

1. Verify the customer concern.

2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of electrical damage.

Visual Inspection Chart

Electrical
  • Central junction box (CJB) fuses:

  • 5 (15A)

  • 21 (5A)

  • 34 (20A)

  • 37 (5A)

  • 32 (15A)

  • 27 (20A)

  • Circuitry

  • Damaged switch

3. If the fault is not visually evident, determine the symptom and proceed to the Symptom Chart.

Symptom Chart

Condition Possible Sources Action
  • The control illumination is inoperative
  • Central junction box (CJB) fuse 37 (5A).
  • Circuitry.
  • Headlamp switch.
  • Go To Pinpoint Test A .
  • The instrument cluster illumination is inoperative
  • Circuitry.
  • Instrument cluster.
  • Bulb(s).
  • Go To Pinpoint Test B .
  • The climate control illumination is inoperative
  • Circuitry.
  • Bulb(s).
  • Go To Pinpoint Test C .
  • The audio system illumination is inoperative
  • Circuitry.
  • Audio unit.
  • Go To Pinpoint Test D .
  • A single illumination source is inoperative
  • Circuitry.
  • Switch.
  • Go To Pinpoint Test E .
    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 ...

    Pinpoint Tests
    PINPOINT TEST A: THE CONTROL ILLUMINATION IS INOPERATIVE Test Step Result / Action to Take A1 CHECK PARKING LAMPS YesPlace the headlamp switch in the OFF position. GO to A2 . No ...

    Other materials:

    Vehicle Certification (VC) Label Locator
    The upper portion of the vehicle certification (VC) label contains the manufacturer name, the month and year of manufacture, the certification statement and the VIN. It also includes gross vehicle weight ratings (GVWR). The VC label is located on the left- ...

    Component Tests
    Drive Belt Noise/Flutter Drive belt chirp occurs due to pulley misalignment or excessive pulley runout. It can be the result of a damaged pulley or an incorrectly aligned pulley. To correct, determine the area where the noise comes from. Check each of the p ...

    Pilot Bearing
    Special Tool(s) Puller with Slide Hammer 308-001 (T58L-101-B) 1. Remove the clutch disc and the clutch pressure plate. For additional information, refer to Disc and Pressure Plate-3.8L and 4.6L (2V) Engines or Disc and Pressure Plate-4.6L (4V ...