Notices
2004 - 2008 F150 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008 Ford F150's with 5.4 V8, 4.6 V8 engine
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:

message center gauges

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Dec 23, 2006 | 01:44 PM
  #1  
built_usa_tough's Avatar
built_usa_tough
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 17
Likes: 0
Question message center gauges

can you do this in an 05+ truck i tried it in mine and it didn't work, is there another way?

my buddy did it in his 99 lightning and it work. its awsome real time tach, oil press, ect. please let my know.

http://www.mustangworld.com/ourpics/fcar/dtcodes.htm
 
Reply
Old Dec 23, 2006 | 05:18 PM
  #2  
RobInAB's Avatar
RobInAB
Junior User
Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 85
Likes: 0
From: Edmonton, AB
It works for my 04 mini message board. Just hold the reset button while starting the vehicle.
 
Reply
Old Dec 23, 2006 | 05:22 PM
  #3  
fordtruckman's Avatar
fordtruckman
Postmaster
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 2,834
Likes: 3
From: Kzoo
yeah used it the other day actually, there is a lot of different things in that menu i believe the tach is about the 9th one...

-Matt
 
Reply
Old Dec 23, 2006 | 07:24 PM
  #4  
built_usa_tough's Avatar
built_usa_tough
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 17
Likes: 0
Originally Posted by fordtruckman
yeah used it the other day actually, there is a lot of different things in that menu i believe the tach is about the 9th one...

-Matt


is it an 05+?
 
Reply
Old Dec 23, 2006 | 07:28 PM
  #5  
spiggy769's Avatar
spiggy769
Senior User
Joined: Jul 2005
Posts: 412
Likes: 0
It works on My truck and its an 05
 
Reply
Old Dec 23, 2006 | 08:12 PM
  #6  
built_usa_tough's Avatar
built_usa_tough
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 17
Likes: 0
i did it you turn it to on. i thought i seen it say to turn to acc
 
Reply
Old Dec 24, 2006 | 10:24 PM
  #7  
Mr. X's Avatar
Mr. X
New User
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 4
Likes: 0
Yup i got an '07 Screw and i was using it today. neat little feature.
 
Reply
Old Dec 25, 2006 | 02:20 PM
  #8  
4wdriver's Avatar
4wdriver
Junior User
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 97
Likes: 0
i wonder if anyone has or could get list of each thing in that display,maybe there are other useful things in there that we dont know about.
 
Reply
FTE Stories

Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts

story-0

This Hennessey Takes the Expedition Tremor's Off-Roading Capability to the Next Level

 Verdad Gallardo
story-1

Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

 Joe Kucinski
story-2

3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

 Brett Foote
story-3

10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

 Pouria Savadkouei
story-4

Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

 Brett Foote
story-5

10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

 Joe Kucinski
story-6

10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

 Michael S. Palmer
story-7

Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

 Verdad Gallardo
story-8

Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

 Joe Kucinski
story-9

2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

 Brett Foote




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 09:05 AM.

story-0
This Hennessey Takes the Expedition Tremor's Off-Roading Capability to the Next Level

Slideshow: The VelociRaptor Expedition gains a lift, upgraded suspension, Brembo brakes, and trail-ready equipment while retaining the stock 440-horsepower EcoBoost V6.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-12 11:01:55


VIEW MORE
story-1
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

Slideshow: Top 10 Fords at 2026 Ford Nationals

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-09 11:10:08


VIEW MORE
story-2
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

Based on years of owning multiple modern Ford products.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-09 10:53:36


VIEW MORE
story-3
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

SPONSORED: From muddy boots to rain-soaked cargo, these upgrades address some of the most common frustrations Ford truck owners face every day.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-06-08 18:50:34


VIEW MORE
story-4
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

Here's everything you need to know about every Ford engine available for the 2026 model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-05 12:58:01


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-6
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-7
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-8
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-9
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE