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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2004FREESTAR V6-4.2L VIN 2REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISINSTRUMENT PANEL, GAUGES AND WARNING INDICATORSINSTRUMENT CLUSTER / CARRIERSERVICE AND REPAIRCONVENTIONAL
2004 Ford Freestar V6-4.2L VIN 2
Conventional
2004 Ford Freestar V6-4.2L VIN 2SECTION Conventional
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
REMOVAL
CAUTION: Electronic modules are sensitive to electrical charges. If exposed to these charges, damage may result.
1. Tilt the steering column to the lowest position.
2. Disconnect the battery.
3. Remove the parts in the order indicated in the illustration and table.
Item 1: Instrument Cluster Finish Panel Removal Note
1. The instrument cluster finish panel is held in place by spring clips located on the bezel.
Item 3: Instrument Cluster Removal Note
1. Before the instrument cluster is removed, it is necessary to download the instrument cluster configuration information from the instrument cluster to the diagnostic tool.
Item 5: Transmission Range Indicator Removal Note
1. Disconnect the cable and remove the nut.
INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Item 3: Instrument Cluster Installation Note
1. CAUTION: To avoid damage to the instrument cluster lens, place a protective cloth over the upper steering column before installing the instrument cluster.
Once the new instrument cluster is installed, it is necessary to download the instrument cluster configuration information from the diagnostic tool into the new instrument cluster.
REMOVAL
CAUTION: Electronic modules are sensitive to electrical charges. If exposed to these charges, damage may result.
1. Tilt the steering column to the lowest position.
2. Disconnect the battery.
3. Remove the parts in the order indicated in the illustration and table.
Item 1: Instrument Cluster Finish Panel Removal Note
1. The instrument cluster finish panel is held in place by spring clips located on the bezel.
Item 3: Instrument Cluster Removal Note
1. Before the instrument cluster is removed, it is necessary to download the instrument cluster configuration information from the instrument cluster to the diagnostic tool.
Item 5: Transmission Range Indicator Removal Note
1. Disconnect the cable and remove the nut.
INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Item 3: Instrument Cluster Installation Note
1. CAUTION: To avoid damage to the instrument cluster lens, place a protective cloth over the upper steering column before installing the instrument cluster.
Once the new instrument cluster is installed, it is necessary to download the instrument cluster configuration information from the diagnostic tool into the new instrument cluster.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.