2011 FORD KUGA instrument panel

SECTION 413-00 Instrument Cluster and Panel
Illumination
VEHICLE APPLICATION:
2008.50 Kuga
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CONTENTS
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
413-00-2
Instrument Cluster and Panel Illumination..........................................................................
413-00-2
Principles of Operation.......................................................................................................
413-00-2
Instrument Cluster and Dimmable Backlighting ................................................................
413-00-2
Inspection and Verification.................................................................................................. 413-00-1
Instrument Cluster and Panel Illumination
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Instrument Cluster and Panel Illumination
Refer to
Wiring Diagrams Section 413-00, for
schematic and connector information.
Principles of Operation
NOTE: A new instrument cluster must be
configured.
The instrument cluster and panel illumination
consists of dimmable and non-dimmable
illumination. The dimmable panel illumination is
controlled by the panel illumination switch (part of
the headlamp switch), which allows the brightness
level of the backlights to be adjusted dependent
on the customer preference. When the headlamp
switch is in the parking lamps ON or headlamps
ON position, the intensity of the backlighting can
be adjusted using the panel dimmer switch. The
non dimmable illumination allows for full intensity
dependant on the ignition switch position.
Instrument Cluster and Dimmable
Backlighting A.
Tachometer
B. Engine coolant temperature gauge
C. Fuel gauge
D. Speedometer
E. Information display
The dimmable illumination utilizes light emitting
diodes (LEDs) and bulb(s). The following dimmable
components are backlight using LEDs only:
• ashtray
• cigar lighter
• transmission control lever
• heater control panel
• audio unit • navigation system display module
• instrument cluster
• climate control module
• hazard switch
• traction control system disable switch
• right-hand and left-hand heated front seat
switch(es)
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer concern.
2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical
or electrical damage.
Visual Inspection Chart Electrical
Mechanical
– Fuse(s)
– Loose or corrodedconnector(s)
– Instrument cluster
– Wiring Harness
– Circuit
– LED(s)
– Bulb(s)
– Engine/engine
compartment or
underbody compon-
ents
– Fluid levels
– Accessory installa- tion
3. If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible)
before proceeding to the next step.
4. If the cause is not visually evident, verify the symptom and refer to the diagnostic tab within
the Ford approved diagnostic tool. G1054961en
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Direct Current/Alternating Current (DC/AC) Inverter
Removal
1.
Refer to: Floor Console (501-12 Instrument
Panel and Console, Removal and Installation).
2. 3.
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Voltage Converter/Inverter
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Portable Support Electronics (PSE) Module(33 635 0)
Removal
1.
Refer to: Floor Console Extension - Vehicles
With: Center Armrest (501-12 Instrument
Panel and Console, Removal and Installation).
2. 3.
Installation
1.
To install, reverse the removal procedure. G1065590en
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Information and Entertainment System
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Combined rain sensor/light sensor
CAUTIONS:
On vehicles with autolamps, retrofitting
with daytime running lamps is not
permissible, as otherwise, the engine
cannot be stopped when the lighting is
switched on.
On vehicles with autolamps, the daytime
running lamp fuse must not be fitted, as
otherwise, the engine cannot be stopped
when the lighting is switched on.
The combined rain sensor/light sensor is located
behind the interior rear view mirror.
autolamps The low beams, side lamps, license plate lamps
as well as the instrument cluster and instrument
panel illumination are switched on automatically if
all the following conditions are met:
• Ignition ON
• Light switch in the "AUTO" position
•
Detected ambient light conditions below a stored
threshold value
These are switched on and off by the GEM (generic
electronic module) in accordance with the input
signals from the combined rain/light sensor.
Headlamp switch-off delay
In vehicles with mid to high-end equipment, the
headlamp switch-off delay uses the dipped beam
headlamps and the door entry illumination (if
equipped) to illuminate the vehicle surroundings.
This function is activated by operating the main
beam headlamp lever with the ignition switched
off. After the last door has been closed, the function
remains active for a further 30 seconds and then
switches off automatically.
When a door or the tailgate is open, the switch-off
time is extended to 180 seconds. After the last door
has been closed, the switch-off time is reset to 30
seconds.
The headlamp switch-off delay can be deactivated
prematurely by operating the high beam lever again
or by switching on the ignition.
The switch-off time is adjusted to fixed values at
the factory and can
notbe re-programmed using
WDS.
Turn signals The turn signals and the warning lamp flash at a
specified frequency and, in the case of failure of a
turn signal, the frequency is doubled.
The turn signal lamps also have a one-touch lane
change function. If the multifunction lever is
pressed just slightly then the relevant turn signal
lamp is actuated 3 times.
Door entry illumination
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Exterior Lighting
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The manual headlamp levelling system operates
with an electric motor which is controlled via a
rotary control in the instrument cluster.
Turn signals
The GEM switches the direction indicators and the
direction indicator side repeaters on.
The GEM sends a signal to the instrument cluster
via the CAN (controller area network) bus to switch
on the relevant turn indicator and the acoustic
signal.
The signals from the hazard flasher switch and
from the multifunction switch are transmitted to the
GEM via a wiring connection.
Combined rain sensor/light sensor
The ambient light sensor determines the general
light intensity.
For this purpose, it detects the light over as wide
an angle as possible, without taking the direction
of incidence into account.
The front light sensor determines the light intensity
directly in front of the vehicle.
If both the ambient light sensor and the front light
sensor detect a sudden reduction in light intensity
at the same time, then an algorithm-based
calculation is used to determine the fact that the
vehicle has entered a tunnel, a multi-storey car
park or a long underpass.
In this case the request for switching on the
external lighting and the indicator in the instrument
cluster is transmitted to the GEM.
If the vehicle enters into the shade thrown by a
large truck, the two sensors will register different
light intensities.. In this case, the algorithm-based
calculation will not result in the lights being
switched on.
The GEM incorporates a stepped switch-off of the
dipped beam headlamps, side lamps, license plate
illumination and the instrument cluster and
instrument panel illumination. If the ambient light
changes from dark to bright, the GEM first switches
off the low beams. The side lamps, license plate
lamps as well as the instrument cluster and
instrument panel illumination are switched off
approx. 6 seconds after the low beams have been
switched off.
Component Description
Combined rain sensor/light sensor
Description
Item
Lens1
Front light sensor
2
Ambient light sensor
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Exterior Lighting
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SECTION 418-02 Wiring Harnesses
VEHICLE APPLICATION:
2008.50 Kuga
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CONTENTS
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
418-02-2
Wiring Harness...................................................................................................................
418-02-2
Inspection and Verification..................................................................................................
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION 418-02-4
Passenger Compartment Wiring Harness..........................................................................
418-02-24
Instrument Panel Wiring Harness.......................................................................................
418-02-37
Engine Compartment Wiring Harness................................................................................ 418-02-1
Wiring Harnesses
418-02-1
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Parking Brake Control(12 664 0)
Removal
1.Refer to: Floor Console (501-12 Instrument
Panel and Console, Removal and Installation).
2. Release the parking brake.
3.
3
33
2
1
4
E93308
Installation
1. Torque: 35Nm2.
3.NOTE: Only tighten the nut finger tight at this
stage.
2
22
3
4
1
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2. Refer to: Parking Brake Cable Adjustment
(206-05 Parking Brake and Actuation, General
Procedures).
3. Refer to: Floor Console (501-12 Instrument
Panel and Console, Removal and Installation).
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Parking Brake and Actuation
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