The information was incomplete. Instrument cluster need to be programed by a Ford dealer or some who understands the programming.
Mar 30, 2026 at 8:04 PM
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If you are repairing your original cluster then no programming is needed. But, yes, if the cluster is from another vehicle or the programming/PATS setup so it will not communicate correctly with the vehicle and keys. Good catch.
Mar 30, 2026 at 8:08 PM
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