Instrument Cluster Self-Diagnostic Mode: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Montego, 2005 Ford Freestyle, and 2005 Ford Five Hundred. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
To enter the instrument cluster self-diagnostic mode with the ignition key in the OFF position, press and hold the odometer/trip reset button (except message center cluster) or simultaneously press and hold the message center RESET and SETUP buttons (message center cluster). Turn the key to the RUN position and hold until the display indicates TEST, usually within 3 to 5 seconds. Press the RESET button once to advance through each stage of the self-test. To exit the instrument cluster self-test mode, turn the ignition to the OFF position. If no DTCs related to the concern are retrieved, GO to SYMPTOM CHART .