Instrument Cluster All gauges drop to zero and then return?

2009 FORD F-150
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2009BIGBLUE
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Electrical problem V8 Two Wheel Drive Automatic 37000 miles

Intermittent gauge operation. All gauges drop to zero and then return. Conditions: The vehicle is traveling on a straight and level dry paved road @ 55MPH. Ambient temp approx 57 degrees.

Not to unearth any "rabbit holes" to chase down but here are some additional observations that may or may not apply: Hear what sounded like clicking from behind or under the dash. I noticed the airbag light was lit on the instrument cluster when the needles dropped to zero.
Apr 27, 2010 at 11:00 AM
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Hello,

It sounds like you have a bad connection at the cluster. Please remove the connector at the rear of the cluster and reconnect, this will clean the connections and get the cluster working again.

Here is a wiring diagram so you can check the grounds and power supply to confirm.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-test-light-circuit-tester

Please let us know what happens.

Cheers, Ken
Jul 11, 2017 at 8:17 PM
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