2018 Digital Cluster Installation Guide

[Azwakeboarder]

Thanks p6cl I will take a look at that line. Since I don't have that option that would make sense.

I have gone through and reprogrammed the IPC again based on the baseline configuration and I am still getting the error. The car is a 2018 Ecoboost Premium automatic, with reverse parking sensors no other options. Anyone have any suggestions or samples of what they programmed for a 2018 Ecoboost automatic that worked?

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[p6cl]

The error you are getting has to do with Adaptive Cruise and the Lane Keeping assist Camera that is usually mounted up by the rearview mirror, which I assume you do not have.

 

[p6cl]

So in 720-02-01 you have to put a 8 to disable Lane Departure xx8x xxxx xxxx
Just change the 8 in that row and hit write. Make sure to reset the Module to make sure the asbuilt value takes if it does not work right off the bat.

You also have the back up sensors so you have to edit the 720-03-01 as such, look here:
For the BLIS and Cross Traffic Alert

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1T-CjMpdlxwBljFb0EQHlD1stsH_thMQpUDSwWylL-wI/edit#gid=0

 

[ymmv]

I want to report another successful install of the digital cluster, this time in my 2017 GT Premium. I received the pre-programmed cluster directly from Sam ( @breeves002 ) and installed it without any significant issues. Sam was efficient and straightforward to work with, a big plus. I also have to thank this forum thread for all of the shared advice, I never could have done it without so many people pitching in here and being so open with their experience and knowledge.

What worked well:

• The youtube video from infotainment.com - I played sections on my smartphone multiple times while pulling things apart
• Fein oscillating tool - nice, precise cutting of the plastic behind the cluster
• Expandable foam weatherseal 1/4" - used a couple of strips behind the cluster to create a nice tight fit
• FORScan - to program up the mileage to the correct value, as I drove the car between the time I ordered the cluster to the install time

What could have been better:

• Reading through all these pages of messages was challenging!
• Pulling off the trim hoping I didn't break anything or lose clips behind the dash caused for some anxious moments

Overall, the cluster makes my car feel new again and is a significant improvement to the driving experience.

Cheers!

 

[Azwakeboarder]

So in 720-02-01 you have to put a 8 to disable Lane Departure xx8x xxxx xxxx
Just change the 8 in that row and hit write. Make sure to reset the Module to make sure the asbuilt value takes if it does not work right off the bat.

You also have the back up sensors so you have to edit the 720-03-01 as such, look here:
For the BLIS and Cross Traffic Alert

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1T-CjMpdlxwBljFb0EQHlD1stsH_thMQpUDSwWylL-wI/edit#gid=0

I updated that line, I must have missed it when I reloaded the baseline. Still getting the same error. I did clear the DTC by clearing and then power cycling, it comes right back. I dont have BLIS or Cross Traffic alert

 

[p6cl]

When did this happen! Where Android Auto shows in the LCD Cluster? It did not work originally when I did mine, but for those that care. I do have a 2019 APIM Module.

 

[300mag]

Got pics?

 

[300mag]

Got pics?

 

[p6cl]

Got pics?

Pics of what? I uploaded 2 from my car above showing this.

 

[300mag]

Pics of what? I uploaded 2 from my car above showing this.

My bad when I open your post the pics didn't show, probably my slow connection at work. I'll have to take look at mine cluster tomorrow if I get anything from AA.

 

[Bombrcar]

???? Just had to go out to my car at lunch and check. Mine does not do this. Mine is a 2016. But that sure is cool!

When did this happen! Where Android Auto shows in the LCD Cluster? It did not work originally when I did mine, but for those that care. I do have a 2019 APIM Module.

 

[Bombrcar]

I installed the new cluster in my 2016 Ecoboost Premium last Saturday. I purchased the kit from Hellhorse Performance with support from Sam. In my opinion, this is the way to go. Everything arrived extremely well packed and with everything needed to do the install. Sam answered several questions that I had. The files he sent for programming and the programming instructions were flawless.
It took me about 4 hours start to finish (with a break for lunch). The install went very smooth, with just a couple hiccups.

Huge thank you to everyone who has posted in this thread. It made this super easy!

Some things to take note of:
TAKE A PICTURE OF THE CURRENT MILEAGE BEFORE YOU DO ANYTHING
If you have an automatic and paddles shifter extensions you MUST remove them or you cannot access the holes to release the air bag...
Sign up for and log into a Forscan account in advance of the day you are going to do the install to make sure you can program it
Make sure the computer you are using has all the correct drivers and can connect to the car before you pull everything apart. Mine did not have the correct USB drivers for the computer, so it never saw the OBDII adapter


The digital cluster is amazing. Ford did a great job with the design and layout. Here's my observations after using it for a few days:
The good:
NAV in the cluster is cool!
Song titles in the cluster is cool!
Customizabilty is cool!
It just looks COOL!

The bad:
It takes a lot to in learn 3 years of where the buttons are. Now that the music controls are on the other side of the wheel it is hard to remember which button to push.

I want my Oil Temp gauge back! The data is there - let me have the gauge!

The radio interface SUCKS. I used to be able so select the 'band' using the middle button on the audio controls on the upper right side of the wheel, then scroll through stations using the left/right buttons in that same button set. Now, I have press the 'Music Note' in the lower right control set on the wheel, select the 'Band' on the cluster using the upper right up/down/OK button set. Then I can select the station from the cluster, or scroll through using the (now) left hand side audio controls. But I cannot change the 'band' anymore without taking my eyes off the road.

Getting to the Trip Info and Tire Pressure menus is cumbersome. It seems like it takes more clicking around to see that info, and then is not easy to get back to the gauges. Could be that I just need to re-learn the button presses to go through those menus

Those things aside, this is a really cool update to the car!

 

[p6cl]

???? Just had to go out to my car at lunch and check. Mine does not do this. Mine is a 2016. But that sure is cool!

My car is a 2016 as well

 

[StangTime]

My car is a 2016 as well

You likely need the 2019+ APIM in order to get turns showing on the digital gauge cluster.

 

[breeves002]

I installed the new cluster in my 2016 Ecoboost Premium last Saturday. I purchased the kit from Hellhorse Performance with support from Sam. In my opinion, this is the way to go. Everything arrived extremely well packed and with everything needed to do the install. Sam answered several questions that I had. The files he sent for programming and the programming instructions were flawless.
It took me about 4 hours start to finish (with a break for lunch). The install went very smooth, with just a couple hiccups.

Hey, just a note - my kit for a 2015-2017 is pre programmed and cheaper than hellhorse with support.

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