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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005TAURUS SEL, 4D SEDANREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 548 (INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SYSTEM)
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan
Section 548 (Instrument Cluster System)
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Section 548 (Instrument Cluster System)
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- Description And Operation
- Diagnosis And Testing
- Instrument Cluster
- Notes
- Special Tool(s)
- Principles of Operation
- Inspection and Verification
- Instrument Cluster Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Index
- Smart Junction Box (SJB) Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Index
- Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Index
- Instrument Cluster Self-Diagnostic Mode
- Symptom Table
- Pinpoint Tests
- Pinpoint Test A: No Communication With The Instrument Cluster
- Pinpoint Test B: Incorrect Fuel Gauge Indication
- Pinpoint Test C: Incorrect Temperature Gauge Indication
- Pinpoint Test D: The Low Oil Pressure Warning Indicator Is Never/Always On
- Pinpoint Test E: The Speedometer/Odometer Is Inoperative
- Pinpoint Test F: The Tachometer Is Inoperative
- Pinpoint Test G: The Low Fuel Warning Indicator Is Never/Always On
- Pinpoint Test H: The Charging System Warning Indicator Is Never/Always On
- Pinpoint Test I: The Brake Warning Indicator Is Never/Always On
- Pinpoint Test J: The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Is Never On
- Pinpoint Test K: The Safety Belt Warning Indicator Is Inoperative/Does Not Operate Correctly
- Pinpoint Test L: The Air Bag Warning Indicator Is Never/Always On
- Pinpoint Test M: The LH Turn Signal Indicator Is Never/Always On
- Pinpoint Test N: The RH Turn Signal Indicator Is Never/Always On
- Pinpoint Test O: The High Beam Indicator Is Never/Always On
- Pinpoint Test P: The Traction Control Indicator Is Never/Always On
- Pinpoint Test Q: The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Indicator Is Never/Always On
- Pinpoint Test R: The Speed Control Indicator Is Never/Always On
- Pinpoint Test S: The Wrench Indicator is Never/Always On
- Pinpoint Test T: The Check Fuel Cap Warning Indicator Is Never/Always On
- Pinpoint Test U: The Low Washer Fluid Indicator Is Never/Always On
- Pinpoint Test V: The Low Coolant Level Indicator Is Never/Always On
- Pinpoint Test W: The Door Ajar Indicator Is Inoperative/Does Not Operate Correctly
- Pinpoint Test X: The Instrument Cluster Is Inoperative
- Instrument Cluster
- Removal And Installation
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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.