Instrument removal
Junior User
Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 50
Likes: 0
From: margate
Instrument removal
you don't have to remove the whole cluster to remove the plastic cover just off lower kick panel,panel around the column and panel around the cluster. you will then see the hex screws to the plastic cover remove them and pull off.
New User
Joined: Feb 2001
Posts: 14
Likes: 0
Instrument removal
It's a very intricate project, and you will scratch the lense or break the "PRNDD21" shift indicator unless you drop the steering column, which in that case, I suggest you get a service manual.
Good luck
YjTrendsetter
Good luck
YjTrendsetter
Junior User
Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 50
Likes: 0
From: margate
Instrument removal
[font size="1" color="#FF0000"]LAST EDITED ON 12-Mar-01 AT 10:52 AM (EST)[/font][p]I just put white faced gauges in my truck last week and again I'm going to tell you you don't have to remove the cluster to remove the clear plastic cover over the gauges.
I put indigo white face gauges in my 98 EB expedition with the cluster in the truck. The way I understood your question you just want to clean the dust off the inside of the plastic. When you expose the plastic housing of the cluster after removing the cluster trim you will see the torx screws- take them off clean your plastic and re-install
I put indigo white face gauges in my 98 EB expedition with the cluster in the truck. The way I understood your question you just want to clean the dust off the inside of the plastic. When you expose the plastic housing of the cluster after removing the cluster trim you will see the torx screws- take them off clean your plastic and re-install
Post Fiend
Joined: Feb 2000
Posts: 11,496
Likes: 6
From: Kansas
Instrument removal
Turbo, Do you like your white face gauges? Would you do it again and how long did it take to install? Sounds like getting to the plastic cover is easier than it looks. I know I've wanted to clean my plastic and maybe install the white gauges.
98 F250LD 4X4
98 F250LD 4X4
Junior User
Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 50
Likes: 0
From: margate
Instrument removal
yes I love them and am going to install then into my 2000 f150 4x4 as well. You should be able to have your r/r in under an hour.
Just to remind you most of your work to do this job involves the removal of plastic trim parts and modular operator switches,*****
take your time so you don't break anything.... once all fasteners are removed a gentle, but firm pull will dislodge the plastic.
as for the headlight **** go to the autoparts store and look in one of thoses do-it-your-self books to see where your release is for the module.
Just to remind you most of your work to do this job involves the removal of plastic trim parts and modular operator switches,*****
take your time so you don't break anything.... once all fasteners are removed a gentle, but firm pull will dislodge the plastic.
as for the headlight **** go to the autoparts store and look in one of thoses do-it-your-self books to see where your release is for the module.
Trending Topics
Post Fiend
Joined: Feb 2000
Posts: 11,496
Likes: 6
From: Kansas
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals
Joe Kucinski
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership
Brett Foote
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches
Pouria Savadkouei
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained
Brett Foote
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)
Michael S. Palmer
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath
Verdad Gallardo
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer
Joe Kucinski
you might look at truckintrends.com or nuimage1.com under buy it now.
