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1997 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer 4x4 Instrument Panel Gauges

 
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There is unplugged wirres by fuse harness

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1997 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer 4x4: Instrument Panel Gauges do not work. When the vehicle is on, the gauges look as if the vehicle is off. The 4x4 options work but the panel does not display which mode you are in. The odometer does not move neither. What are the possible problems? Fuse(s)?

Submitted: 1582 days and 15 hours ago.
Category: Ford
Value: $9
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Expert:  APenland replied1582 days and 15 hours ago.

HiCustomer Thank you for asking your question on JustAnswer. The other Experts and I are working on your answer. By the way, it would help us to know:

-How many miles are on your Ford?
-What type of engine is in your Ford?
-What have you already tried?
-Do any of the warning indicators light up(check engine, abs, airbag)?


Thank you again for trusting us with your problem. Please reply as soon as possible so that we can finish answering your question.

Customer replied1582 days and 15 hours ago.

180K miles

4.6L: V8

No Warning Inidcator Lights work

I was going to try replacing the appropriate fuses but they are only available from the dealer. When I called the dealer, they said it may be something more serious.

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Expert:  APenland replied1582 days and 15 hours ago.

They are right. Non respnonding instrument clusters could be a bigger problem than fuses. Fuses 11,25,15 and 33 in the dash fuse box are for the instrument cluster. If they are good it will need to go to the dealership for repairs.

Customer replied1582 days and 15 hours ago.

Can u please list the possible problems besides the fuses?

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Expert:  APenland replied1582 days and 15 hours ago.

Usually when a cluster is completely inop or unresposive, it needs to be checked over. Serveral problems could be the cause, wiring to the cluster, the cluster printed circuit board or other modules. If really needs to go to a technician good diagnosiing electrical problems and can physically look at the vehicle. The dealership is hte best place to take it.

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Expert:  APenland replied1582 days and 14 hours ago.

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