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How To Install White-Face Gauges

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By Jim Smart
Photography by Jim Smart
White Face Gauges Gauge Installation

White Face Gauges Conversion Kit
How To Install White-Face Gauges
White Face Gauges Dashboard
Remove the steering-column covers at the dashboard.
White Face Gauges Screws
The instrument panel detaches via several sheetmetal screws around its perimeter.
White Face Gauges Socket
Use a 5/16-inch socket.
White Face Gauges Steering Column
The steering column cover is installed in two halves. Remove the two screws, one on each side, and separate the cover for removal.
White Face Gauges Switches
Headlight and hazard-warning flasher switches click into the instrument panel. All you have to do is depress the retainer clips, remove the switches, and disconnect, as shown.
White Face Gauges Bezel
Once all the screws and switches are out, this is how the instrument bezel is removed. This simple modular construction made vehicle assembly easier.
White Face Gauges Remove Bezel
Once the bezel is removed, the instrument panel comes out after removing the screws around its perimeter.
White Face Gauges Plugs
Multiplex connections similar to this one date back to 1969 when they were first used in the Mustang. This simple plug connects everything-power, lights, and all instruments-to the flexible printed circuit. Unplug and gently push to the side.
White Face Gauges Speedometer
Beginning in 1969, the Mustang speedometer cable became a clip-on affair at the speedo. Click off, then click back on when it's time for installation. While you're at it, lubricate the speedometer cable and head.
White Face Gauges Instrument Panel
Place the instrument panel on your workbench for disassembly and access to the gauge faces. The screws around the perimeter retain the lens and diffuser.
White Face Gauges Lens
The lens and diffuser remove like this. Take extra care not to scratch the lens.

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