Ok, I've got some rookie questions. I've had my 2005 F250 crew cab short bed 6.0 diesel Lariat for one week. I've tried the search feature and got some good info but it seems a lot of questions go unanswered. I hope mine won't.

First off, my headlight/fog light switch illumination. It worked one night so far but only when I jiggled the switch. The fog light indicator always lights up but that's it. I assume replacing the switch will fix this... I read about LED upgrades and such but couldn't find any basic switch removal and replacement pics or instructions.

Secondly, the dash back light behind the two temp gauges doesn't light up. The needles do, but not the gauge back light. Removing the cluster seems pretty easy, I even found a video that shows it can be done without unplugging everything else behind the dash. But no one can seem to agree on what size bulbs I need... I'd rather not do this twice. Since everytime you remove old plastic you risk cracking it. And again, not interested in LED upgrades.

Next thing is the trim panel under the steering column, it is loose on one side. It appears to be missing a clip but I can't seem to find it online. Is my only option ford or a salvage yard? Seems kind common as when I was truck shopping most of the trucks I saw pictured seem to have the same problem.

All and all its a great truck, but I'd like to get it "right" since its new... New to me at least. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks in advance....

 

Post this over in the 6.0 section you will get tons of help. I thought i saw someone just do LEDs in the cluster.

 

Ok I'll give it a try