2003 Expy Instrument Panel Problem Returns

[khpony]

Well my problem with the instrument panel was short lived. It returned 2 days later. Rather than fight with it I sent it in to be repaired. Was notified today that " we must inform you that some of the items cannot be reset/rebuilt due to internal hardware issues".
So I'm going to have to replace it. My question is can I just replace it with a used one from the same year, make, and model number. Mine has the message center and I plan to purchase one with the message center also. I know the mileage will change but I'll have an affidavit signed and notarized showing the mileage on both units for a future buyer so they know the actual mileage.

 

[stamp11127]

Not the standard plug and play. The cluster is electronically mated to the pcm. The dealer is the one that gets to mate them.

 

[khpony]

Sooooo I would need to take the used one to Ford and have them install and program it? Can I buy a matching used PCM, key, and inst. cluster and plug and play?

 

[stamp11127]

As long as the three parts -cluster, pcm & key stay together you can swap without reprogramming. The only issue then is the mileage on the "new" pcm.
I'd check with a dealer and see what the cost is to add in the newer cluster.

 

[khpony]

I'll call the dealership Monday and see what they say.
Thanks!