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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
Instrument Cluster
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 with appropriate
adapter cables
Instrument Gauge System Tester
014-R1063 or equivalent
73III Automotive Meter
105-R0057 or equivalent
Principles of Operation
NOTE: A new instrument cluster must be
reconfigured. Refer to Section 418-01.
The instrument cluster is a hybrid electronic cluster
(HEC). The instrument cluster uses both hardwired
and the standard corporate protocol (SCP)
communication network to transmit and receive
information. As a technician it is very important to
understand:
• where the input originates from.
• all information necessary in order for a feature to
operate.
• which module(s) receive(s) the input or command
message.
• does the module which received the input control
the output of the feature, or does it output a
message over the SCP network to another
module?
• which module controls the output of the feature.
Copyright © 2002, Ford Motor Company
Last updated: 11/15/2006
Instrument Cluster
The instrument cluster carries out a display
prove-out to verify that the warning/indicator
miniature bulbs for monitored systems are
functioning correctly. When the ignition switch is in
the ON position with the engine off, the following
warning indicators prove out:
• anti-lock brake (ABS) warning indicator
• air bag warning indicator
• BRAKE warning indicator
• charging system indicator
• fail safe cooling warning indicator
• low coolant level indicator
• low fuel warning indicator
• traction control indicator
Instrument Cluster Replacement
When it is necessary to install a new instrument
cluster, contact the Instrument Cluster Program.
Gauge Indication Systems
Tachometer
Engine rpm information is relayed to the instrument
cluster from the powertrain control module (PCM)
over the SCP network.
Speedometer
The instrument cluster receives the vehicle speed
signal from the PCM over the SCP network and
displays it on the speedometer gauge. If the
instrument cluster receives no vehicle speed signal
after 1 second, the speedometer defaults to 0.0 km/h
(0.0 mph).
Odometer
The instrument cluster receives an odometer
message from the PCM and stores the mileage in
memory. When the instrument cluster fails to
receive the odometer message for more than 2
seconds, the odometer displays dashes.
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2003 Mustang, 8/2002
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