Instrument Cluster: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Lincoln Blackwood and 2002 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Vehicles are equipped with air bag supplemental restraint system. Before attempting ANY repairs involving steering column, instrument panel or related components, see SERVICE PRECAUTIONS and DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS - BLACKWOOD
article or AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS - F150 PICKUP
article.
CAUTION:
Instrument cluster is a Hybrid Electronic Cluster (HEC). Passive anti-theft ignition key code is programmed into HEC. Car will not start without proper code. If replacing instrument cluster, it is necessary to upload HEC module configuration to NGS tester, or equivalent scan tool. Download configuration once new instrument cluster is installed.