how to install a new instument cluster in 2001 explorer?

Question

I need a step by step tutorial on where the bolts are so I can change out the old for the new. Picture by picture would be great. thanks

Answer 1

Unable to send pictures but here is the step by step instructions. Instrument Cluster
Removal

Depower the supplemental restraint system (SRS). For additional information, refer to Section 501-20B.
Remove the screws and the center instrument panel finish panel.
Disconnect the electrical connectors.

Remove the hood latch release handle.
Remove the screws.
Remove the hood latch release handle.

Remove the instrument panel steering column cover.
Remove the screws.
Remove the instrument panel steering column cover.

Remove the instrument panel steering column opening cover reinforcement.
Remove the four screws.
Remove the instrument panel steering column opening cover reinforcement.

If equipped, position the column gearshift lever aside.
Pull out the cluster finish panel.
Remove the screws.
Pull out the cluster finish panel.

Remove the cluster finish panel.
Disconnect the connectors.
Remove the cluster finish panel.

NOTE: Illustration shows steering column removed for clarity.

Remove the instrument cluster.
Remove the screws.
If equipped with an automatic transmission, remove the transmission range indicator and pull the cluster forward to disconnect the three electrical connectors on the back.
Remove the instrument cluster.

Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure.





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Answer 2

No pictures, just some advice There should be 2-3 screws holding the cluster in remove screws and un plug wires and re install the new cluster , hope this helps,

Answer 3

Changing the cluster is against the law, unless it is done by a dealer and documented.

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