Cluster replacement

2000 FORD WINDSTAR
100,000 MILES • 3.8L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JUSTIN CARR
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I replaced cluster now I guess I need to flash the system or something because it is not working.
Apr 4, 2018 at 9:07 PM
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STEVE W.
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Ford clusters need to be programmed by the dealer or with a high end scan tool to match the vehicle, they are more of a computer control center than just a cluster.

What was wrong with the old one? There are places that can repair them and you do not need to pay the dealer to reprogram them to work that way.
Apr 4, 2018 at 9:40 PM
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