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 ...

Other materials:

Valve Stem to Valve Guide Clearance
Special Tool(s) Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or equivalent Clearance Gauge, Valve Guide 303-004 (TOOL-6505-E) or equivalent NOTE: Valve stem diameter must be within specifications before checkin ...

Engine (Removal)
Special Tool(s) Lifting Bracket, Engine 303-D087 (D93P-6001-A1) Lifting Bracket, Engine 303-D088 (D93P-6001-A2) Spreader Bar 303-D089 (D93P-6001-A3) Removal All vehicles 1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Fo ...

Retractor - Rear Seat Safety Belt, Coupe
Special Tool(s) Torx Bit, Safety Belt Bolt 501-010 (T77L-2100-A) Removal 1. Remove the quarter trim panel (31012) and the angel wing trim. For additional information, refer to Section. 2. Using the special tool, remove the D-ring bolt. 3. U ...