2002-2003-2004-2005 Ford Thunderbird instrument cluster repair

[biddle]

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[FStJ]

Does anyone know what component fails in the instrument cluster? Are there multiple problems, or does a solder line crack, or is it another componemt that fails?

 

[Frankie the Fink]

If the cluster is Unmodified they usually do not fail, HOWEVER; if the dash lights don't work one may think its the cluster but its most certainly the FEM (Front Electronics Module) located behind the driver's kick panel and those are repairable to restore the lighting....if the dash lighting is out AND the center console shoft indicator light (PRNDL) is ALSO out then its absolutely the FEM.

 

[doug7740]

Repair Link- https://ebay.us/iBkiek

Thunderbird 2002 to 2005 Instrument Cluster (Speedometer Panel) Repair & Return . for Thunderbird Years of: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005

Problems: such as BATTERY DRAIN, Does Not CRANK at all, will be fixed.

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doug7740
1955 Thunderbird Blue

 

[greengoblin]

This happens on and off , headlights flicker, then go out, along with tail lights and dashboard-speedo. Turn signal indicator on the dash still works. Super dangerous, as during daytime driving I believe my signals are working..... Problem solves itself eventually, until next time. Where to start troubleshooting?

 

[JohnS]

This happens on and off , headlights flicker, then go out, along with tail lights and dashboard-speedo. Turn signal indicator on the dash still works. Super dangerous, as during daytime driving I believe my signals are working..... Problem solves itself eventually, until next time. Where to start troubleshooting?

Sounds like the issue is on the side of the positive fuse box that is not on the ignition switch. If it was a grounding issue then the whole vehicle would be affected. Also, it seems as though none of the lights that run through the computer are affected. I would be looking for a wiring issue between the battery and fuse box. Turn on the headlights and start jiggling.