Instrument Cluster Plastic Dirty

[hogala]

The instrument cluster plastic is dirty on the inside. Any idea how to get to it so I can clean it up??

[WWWPerfA_ZN0W]

You will have to remove the instrument cluster (don't disconnect the electrical connector, probably don't need to disconnect the battery either) before removing the lens.

 

Removal

All vehicles

NOTE: When installing a new instrument cluster, it is necessary to upload the module configuration to the scan tool. For additional information, refer to Section 418-01 .

1. Disconnect the battery. For additional information, refer to Section 414-01 .

2. Remove the 2 screws and the lower steering column cover.
   • If equipped, disconnect the ambient air temperature sensor air hose and electrical connector.

3. Tilt the steering column to the lowest position.

Edge

4. NOTE: The instrument panel center finish panel is held in place by spring clips located on the finish panel.

   Pull the instrument panel center finish panel straight out to release the retaining tabs and position aside.

All vehicles

5. Release the 4 locating tabs on the instrument cluster finish panel gap hiding reveal from the upper steering column cover.

6. NOTE: The upper section of the instrument cluster finish panel is held in place by spring clips located on the finish panel.

   Remove the 2 screws and the instrument cluster finish panel.
   • If equipped, disconnect the power liftgate switch electrical connector.

7. Remove the 4 screws and the instrument cluster.
   • Disconnect the electrical connector.

 

NOTE: Edge shown, MKX similar.

Release the 8 tabs and remove the lens.

Edited July 16, 2015 by WWWPerfA_ZN0W