2000 Ford Focus Repair Question
Topics covered: Dealer, Sensor, Cylinder head.
Mileage: 93,000 miles.
Mileage: 93,000 miles.
Asked on April 15, 2011
Dash board problem
2000 ford focus zx3 diag. code 1290. replaced thermostat but heat guage turns off and on but doesn't over heat. Something to do with Cluster in dash board?
Asked by christophergreenawaltAnswer
Replied on April 15, 2011
Code indicated fault with Cylinder Head Temp sensor or circuit. see diagram
Replied on April 15, 2011
I had the sensor replaced and code still is 1290
Replied on April 15, 2011
Then need a scan tool to check circuit the PID and PCM
Replied on April 15, 2011
ok.Dealer said it could be wire cluster behind instruments on dash board. But I cannot find any such connector at stores in area.
Replied on April 15, 2011
You won't Dealer item or boneyard
Replied on April 15, 2011
Damn Dealers. thanks I have a quote for one it's 50- 75.00 but they need to take the old one out to get the numbers on it. Is it something I can do or does a professional need to replace this damn connector
Replied on April 15, 2011
Not sure if you can do but one thing to consider if dealer diagnoses and does repair and still have code then ball is in there court to make it right