Instrument Cluster (IC): Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mercury Sable, 2008 Ford Taurus X, and 2008 Ford Taurus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Position the instrument cluster (IC) in the instrument panel, connect the electrical connector and install the 4 screws.
- Install the instrument cluster (IC) finish panel. For additional information, refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONSOLE article.
- If installing a new instrument cluster (IC), download the instrument cluster (IC) configuration information from the scan tool into the new instrument cluster (IC). For additional information, refer to Programmable Module Installation in MODULE CONFIGURATION article.
- If installing a new instrument cluster (IC), carry out the parameter reset procedure. For additional information, refer to ANTI-THEFT - PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) article.
- If installing a new instrument cluster (IC), carry out the PATS key programming. For additional information, refer to ANTI-THEFT - PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) article.
NOTE:
If a new instrument cluster (IC) is installed, the instrument cluster (IC) and the PCM require a parameter reset to allow the instrument cluster (IC) and the PCM to recognize each other. Failure to carry out the parameter reset to the instrument cluster (IC) and the PCM may result in a no start condition.
NOTE:
If equipped, the vehicles passive anti-theft system (PATS) keys must be programmed to the new instrument cluster (IC).