Instrument Cluster: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Lincoln Navigator and 2002 Ford Expedition. 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 AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS and DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in appropriate AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS article in RESTRAINTS.

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. Download configuration once new instrument cluster is installed.