Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Instrument Cluster and Panel Illumination

The instrument cluster and panel illumination system illuminates the following components:

  • instrument cluster (10849)
  • audio unit (18806)
  • A/C-heater control
  • fog lamp switch
  • transmission range indicator
  • traction control switch
  • rear window defrost control switch

The instrument cluster is a hybrid electronic cluster (HEC), which uses both hardwired circuitry and the standard corporate protocol (SCP) communication network to transmit and receive information. The Mustang instrument cluster backlighting has illumination bulbs that are installed separately from the instrument cluster. The Cobra instrument cluster has a laminated, electroluminescent applique to backlight the cluster . The electroluminescent applique and instrument cluster must be installed as an assembly.

Instrument Cluster and Panel Illumination (Diagnosis and Testing)
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 71 , Instrument Illumination for schematic and connector information. Special Tool(s) 73III Automotive Meter 105-R0057 or equivalent ...

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General Maintenance Information
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Key Programming - Erase All Key Codes and Program Two Keys
Special Tool(s) Worldwide Diagnostic System (WDS) 418-F224, New Generation STAR (NGS) Tester 418-F052 or equivalent diagnostic tool NOTE: This procedure is used when a customer needs keys programmed into the system and does not have ...

Audio Unit (Removal and Installation)
Removal and Installation 1. Remove the instrument panel center finish panel. For additional information, refer to Section 2. Remove the audio unit. 1. Remove the screws. 2. Disconnect electrical connectors. 3. Disconnect antenna cable. ...