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Old Jan 30, 2024 | 01:04 PM
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Lightbulb 97 OBS Instrument Cluster Fail

Hey Guys,
I have a 97 F-250 7.3 where I think the instrument cluster is pooched.
Tachometer, Ammeter, Oil Pressure & Wait to Start Lite all stopped working at the same time.
Fuses are Good, so I'm thinking my Dash Cluster is packing it in.
Is there someone out there doing rebuilds or is it back to the bone yard?
Any thoughts??
 
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Old Jan 30, 2024 | 01:37 PM
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I had an 03 F150 with a compass above the rear view mirror. The digital display failed and it ended up being a cold solder joint on the circuit board for the compass. I also saw multiple 97-08 F150s with a failed circuit board for the odometer. Might not be related but I figured I would mention it. Probably your best bet is to sell your Powerstroke and buy an IDI.

Hopefully a moderator moves this thread to the 94.5-97 PSD forum. Those guys might know exactly what's up.
 
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Old Jan 30, 2024 | 02:07 PM
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Thanks for the reply.
I have a 93 F-350 7.3 idi which is my plow truck
Most things still work on it - thankfully!
 
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Old Jan 30, 2024 | 03:33 PM
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check your cab grounds, ones behind the kick panel too

Also unplug fuel bowl heater, it can knock out the cluster when it shorts but not blow a fuse
 
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