The source of the intermittent power in the 05-07 is the resistor network SMD next to the microcontroller. The pins you pointed out are just for the display and don't have anything to do with powering the unit. The reason why it appears to have fixed the issue is, in order to remove the PCB you have to flex the board. Flexing of the board will make bad joints touch again, but unfortunately it's only temporary. I have a video posted that show's how to permanently repair this generation of the super duty.
Thanks man never done any soldering so I didn’t know what to look for as far as damaged contacts but now I know. Had the whole damn thing apart and stared at it but didn’t look at it THAT close. I will be tearing it back apart this weekend 🙃
Great video thanks brother. I don't know if I would have been able to get the connector. I might have messed up the whole board. Glad you got it going great call. Keep up the great work see you in the next video thanks again brother
Came across another fix to this problem. If I remember correctly, the only white connecter on the cluster, cut number 1 wire and splice it into number 19 pin. It bypasses the onboard relay all together.
pin 1 on blue connector is brake fluid level signal .... 19 is voltage supplied at all times (overload protected) ... pin 4 is accessory delay relay control ... HMMMMM what to solder together to skip the relay :) :) :)
@@incognytothegreat do you have a link of where you got the wiring diagram for those pins I'd love to seeif one goes back to the ESOF switch anywhere Thanx
Ok now comes the big question , if for a customer what in the world would you charge relative to the price of a re manufactured cluster with a 3 year warranty? Does this become more of just a prove we can type project, or a save the customer money project?
We wouldnt do that for a customer. They would get a new/ rebuilt. Thats brians personal and it was one of those “lets try it!” He was lookin at a new one regardless
For me personally I'm a cheap ass and I refuse to pay that much for solder work when I've got a microscope and fine point solder tip here myself. It might not be for everyone but I prefer to somewhat understand everything on my trucks it's a good skill to learn and have when you absolutely need it. My truck is my Job unfortunately having no cluster for a week or two really isn't an option for me unless I let my family starve for the fact I'm not hauling without a gauge cluster.
My 2006 has issues where the tach, speedo will freeze up and milage will disappear. I swapped in a known good cluster and same thing. I touch the blue conector slightly and it will work. Can a guy cut and splice in a new conector with pins?
A little late have an 06 and my interior lights are acting up. I know the cluster is at fault. Is there relays on the board that you noticed can be replaced? Thank you.
A messed up cluster can cause the ac not to work either? My radio shuts off and wipers will start working on their own,now ac is being weird and its hot as balls in tx right now
I have the same question! My fuse #41 blows pretty often, causing my radio, power windows and visor lights to stop working. Sometimes the fuse will last longer than other times, but always blows 41!! Any input would be really appreciated, thanks in advance!
The source of the intermittent power in the 05-07 is the resistor network SMD next to the microcontroller. The pins you pointed out are just for the display and don't have anything to do with powering the unit. The reason why it appears to have fixed the issue is, in order to remove the PCB you have to flex the board. Flexing of the board will make bad joints touch again, but unfortunately it's only temporary. I have a video posted that show's how to permanently repair this generation of the super duty.
You should link your video gives some of us more info for the DiYer
@@kingsamoanOG czcams.com/video/xQus_iQ1kOg/video.html
@@jeffescortlx you're the man brotha
Thanks man never done any soldering so I didn’t know what to look for as far as damaged contacts but now I know. Had the whole damn thing apart and stared at it but didn’t look at it THAT close. I will be tearing it back apart this weekend 🙃
It's amazing that one little fault like that can cause so much havoc. But in the end, you win. Nice catch.
Man vs machine...
You win.
🏆🏆
Great video
Great video thanks brother. I don't know if I would have been able to get the connector. I might have messed up the whole board. Glad you got it going great call. Keep up the great work see you in the next video thanks again brother
Hello Scott my 2007 E250 is doing this fixing Ive already got it apart fixing it now.
Great video. That looked like a pain in the ass.
you the man! thank you for making this video
Good find! I'm having the same exact issue with 2005 Explorer SportTrac.. Gotta be a Ford thing.. Lots of videos point to this.. Thx for posting
That digital tuba music in the beginning is a good theme song for an evil fat man on the move.
I laughed more than needed on that one. 🤣
AND.... tell us more about the awsome truck. Lift size, wheel and tire combo? etc...
Came across another fix to this problem. If I remember correctly, the only white connecter on the cluster, cut number 1 wire and splice it into number 19 pin. It bypasses the onboard relay all together.
i'm trying this .... hopefully it works :) :) :) I've been soldering the shit out of the board for days now and am running out of options. :) :):)
pin 1 on blue connector is brake fluid level signal .... 19 is voltage supplied at all times (overload protected) ... pin 4 is accessory delay relay control ... HMMMMM what to solder together to skip the relay :) :) :)
@@incognytothegreat do you have a link of where you got the wiring diagram for those pins I'd love to seeif one goes back to the ESOF switch anywhere Thanx
Wheres the new video. Loving your guys content
Music gave me woody
Ok now comes the big question , if for a customer what in the world would you charge relative to the price of a re manufactured cluster with a 3 year warranty? Does this become more of just a prove we can type project, or a save the customer money project?
We wouldnt do that for a customer. They would get a new/ rebuilt. Thats brians personal and it was one of those “lets try it!” He was lookin at a new one regardless
Personally, it's a better solder joint than factory because yer NOT using lead free (if yer smart) so I warrant mine for LIFE. ($200)
For me personally I'm a cheap ass and I refuse to pay that much for solder work when I've got a microscope and fine point solder tip here myself. It might not be for everyone but I prefer to somewhat understand everything on my trucks it's a good skill to learn and have when you absolutely need it. My truck is my Job unfortunately having no cluster for a week or two really isn't an option for me unless I let my family starve for the fact I'm not hauling without a gauge cluster.
My 2006 has issues where the tach, speedo will freeze up and milage will disappear. I swapped in a known good cluster and same thing. I touch the blue conector slightly and it will work. Can a guy cut and splice in a new conector with pins?
2003 ford excursion Instrumental panel number 35 - 10A. 5.4 not 7.3
A little late have an 06 and my interior lights are acting up. I know the cluster is at fault. Is there relays on the board that you noticed can be replaced? Thank you.
A messed up cluster can cause the ac not to work either? My radio shuts off and wipers will start working on their own,now ac is being weird and its hot as balls in tx right now
Have my cluster apart. Cant see any problems with the soldered pins.
Check battery saver relay in cluster
How come you’re not making more videos
Regrouping. Trying to get back into it.
Hurry up and make more videos!!!!!!!!
Hey do y’all do alignments? My step brother put a new rack in his truck and needs it aligned tomorrow
Yep
What can I do to bypass this worthless cluster
Did u have blown fuses when you had this issue
I have the same question! My fuse #41 blows pretty often, causing my radio, power windows and visor lights to stop working. Sometimes the fuse will last longer than other times, but always blows 41!! Any input would be really appreciated, thanks in advance!
Where’s the new videos guys? Y’all dead or what?
Just gonna throw this out there boys if you’ve had this issue your odometer has been rolled back. My opinion not saying for sure !
This is common cluster issue w f250. Nothing to do w odometer being rolled
Had my truck new and mine is doing this now at 225000
@@seanfennell2457 funny, exactly same milage my 05 started to act up
@@seanfennell2457 same here 224k
Both mine started acting up right around the 240k mark
Batteries are low or bad connection on the batteries.
Fn this Fn that Fn everything. Where did you learn English?
No tape on the bottom of the tool? Lol
Snap-On Auto Tech Nahh we go raw lol! It didn’t scratch it any whatever the background is made of its sum good shit thick too.
Where y’all located
Florida
Down Time anywhere near Jacksonville
Ya in Jax!
I despise Fords...DESPISE! Exactly because of crap like this.
@@dadigitechman - That's definitely one way to look at it.