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Message Center - Clock Ford Taurus X I

Gauges & Instrument Panels 4 illustrations ~373 words

The stand-alone electric analog clock is mounted in the center of the instrument panel finish panel and is set using the knob located to the side of the clock face.

Special Tools Illustration Tool Name Tool Number 73III Automotive Meter 105-R0057 or equivalent Flex Probe Kit 105-R025C

Scheme 74

Scheme 74: Clock

Inspection and Verification

Note. The smart junction box (SJB) is also known as the generic electronic module (GEM).

  1. Verify the customer concern.
  2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical or electrical damage. VISUAL INSPECTION CHART Mechanical Electrical Clock Smart junction box (SJB) fuse 14 (10A) Wiring, terminals or connectors
  3. If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause before proceeding to the next step.
  4. If the fault is not visually evident, verify the symptom. Go to «Symptom Chart»(/ford/taurus-x/i-2007-2009/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#message-center-clock) .

Symptom Chart

ConditionPossible SourcesAction
The clock operation is erratic/inoperativeFuse Wiring, terminals or connectors ClockGo to Pinpoint Test A .

Symptom Chart

Pinpoint Tests A: The Clock Operation Is Erratic/Inoperative

Refer to appropriate SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS article, Horn/Cigar Lighter for schematic and connector information.

Normal Operation

The clock receives battery voltage from the smart junction box (SJB) through circuit SBP14 (BN/RD). Ground for the clock is supplied through circuit GD111 (BK/BU).

This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following

  1. Fuse
  2. Wiring, terminals or connectors
  3. Clock

PINPOINT TEST A: THE CLOCK OPERATION IS ERRATIC/INOPERATIVE

CAUTIONUse the correct probe adapter(s) when making measurements. Failure to use the correct probe adapter(s) may damage the connector.

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Scheme 75

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Scheme 76
  1. A1 CHECK CIRCUIT SBP14 (BN/RD) FOR AN OPEN Key in OFF position. Disconnect: Clock C2016 Measure the voltage between the clock C2016-6, circuit SBP14 (BN/RD), harness side and ground. Is the voltage greater than 10 volts? YES : Go to A2 . NO : VERIFY the SJB fuse 14 (10A) is OK. If OK, REPAIR the circuit. TEST the system for normal operation.
  2. A2 CHECK CIRCUIT GD111 (BK/BU) FOR AN OPEN Measure the resistance between the clock C2016-3, circuit GD111 (BK/BU), harness side and ground. Is the resistance less than 5 ohms? YES : INSTALL a new clock. REFER to «Clock»(/ford/taurus-x/i-2007-2009/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#message-center-clock) . TEST the system for normal operation. NO : REPAIR the circuit. TEST the system for normal operation.

Scheme 77

Scheme 77: Clock
ItemPart NumberDescription
15404268Clock finish panel
215000Clock
3Clock electrical connector (part of 14401)
4Clock screws (2 required)

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

  1. Remove the clock finish panel. Disconnect the electrical connector.
  2. Remove the 2 screws and the clock.
  3. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

See also:
Symptom Chart
Pinpoint Test A