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Instrument Cluster: Installation

  1. Lubricate speedometer drive hole with silicone lubricant. Install cluster and attach electrical plug. Route transmission indicator cable and place indicator bracket on column. Place selector lever in "P" position and align indicator so it shows lever in "P".
  2. Connect speedometer cable, then install steering column cover and trim panels. Connect battery ground cable.


  1. Position cluster on dashboard and connect wiring. Install cable clamp on column and hook cable on pin. Place transmission in "D" and adjust clamp until pointer is lined up directly behind "D". Tighten screw.
  2. Replace lens and mask and install screws. Reverse removal procedure to complete installation.
    Fig 1: Fairmont And Zephyr Instrument Cluster
    G09351759Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.


To install, reverse removal procedure.



Install speedometer cable and wiring. Position cluster on dashboard and install screws. Install clamp on steering column and hook wire over pin. Place transmission in "D" and move clamp until pointer is directly behind "D" on cluster. Tighten clamp, install trim covers, and connect battery ground cable.

Fig 1: Thunderbird And Xr7 Instrument Cluster
G09351760Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.


To install, reverse removal procedure.