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Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer and 2005 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: Prior to removal of the instrument cluster, it is necessary to upload the instrument cluster configuration information to the diagnostic tool. For additional information, refer to MODULE CONFIGURATION .
  1. Depower the supplemental restraint system (SRS). For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM .
  2. Lower the tilt steering column to the lowest position.
  3. Remove the instrument cluster finish panel. For additional information, refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONSOLE .
  4. Remove the 2 screws and the instrument cluster.
    • Disconnect the transmission range indicator and the electrical connectors.
  5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • Upload the instrument cluster configuration information from the diagnostic tool into the new instrument cluster. For additional information, refer to MODULE CONFIGURATION .