It will still be far from plug and play. I only got it to power on because i had access to the service manual. Even then, it was slow going.
I wonder if it's because it was a different model Ford though...?
I got to the controls, they were just unresponsive.
Think there is space between the bezel and circuit board? If not, would we be forced to "remote mount" the screen further out into the bezel (including extending the wiring if needed)?
Maybe, but i doubt it. They work on the canbus system so you would think ford would use the same on off signals across the board. The canbus signal for the screen on worked just fine once i snagged a high and low can signal. Its looking like a lack of wires in the harness.
Makes sense that it would be a ground wire issue. I am just going with a focus screen. $240 shipped.
Some focuses had no option for ac controls. Be careful.
There is space but I think the bezel will come out looking like the ebay unit. Raised portion around the screen to accommodate the thickness.
Really? Interesting.... I am going to be fitting mine in the base bezel so ac controls won't be to much of a concern for me.
Good point.
Ya thats why i didnt go with one from a focus. Even their premium controls were external. Also look at how many usb ports there are. You may lose function in one of yours if theres only one.
I agree. They do change things to make my life hell lol. Ive got one more attempt and then im gonna try to flash the apim with a mustang sync update.
Interestingly the 15 mustang screen only has one usb port.... The focus screens I am looking at have 2. My sticking point is that I want one screen with the VIN from the donor vehicle. That way I can get sync updates if needed.
Haven't done this yet... Thank you for trying this out! Please keep us posted on what you find with the in drive problem.. If this can be fixed then I will be pulling the trigger on a screen.
Pulling the screens from a "Pick 'n Pull" type place, or online somewhere?
