Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC)
Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC)
Base Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC)
NOTE: Additional warning indicators, which are displayed in the message center, are listed below under "IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) Message Center Indicators".
Optional IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster)
NOTE: Base F-150 Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) shown, SVT Raptor IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) similar. Additional warning indicators, which are displayed in the message center, are listed below under "IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) Message Center Indicators".
Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC)
The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) is available either with a base message center (identified by the 3-button message center switch) or with the optional message center (identified by the 5-button message center switch). The IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) contains gauges, informational indicators, warning indicators and message center indicators that are designed to provide the driver with system status and to alert the driver that certain conditions exist in the vehicle.
The IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) uses part of the message center as a display area for basic informational items such as the odometer and trip odometer and for the message center display information.
All indicator lamps and warning indicator lamps are LEDs, which are not replaceable.
Compass Display
The electronic compass system consists of:
- Compass module (without navigation)
- Global Positioning System (GPS) antenna (with navigation)
- Front Display Interface Module (FDIM)
Vehicles Without Navigation
The compass signal originates with the compass module and is displayed in the FDIM (Front Display Interface Module). The vehicle heading is displayed as a 1 or 2-character display and indicates the current direction of the vehicle (N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W, or NW).
Compass Accuracy
Driving near power lines, or driving in the area of large iron or steel structures on vehicles without navigation can temporarily alter the compass heading. If the compass remains inaccurate after driving near such objects, calibrate the compass. For additional information, refer to Compass Calibration . Most geographic areas (zones) have a magnetic north compass point that varies slightly from the northerly direction on maps. This variation is 4 degrees between the adjacent zones and becomes noticeable as the vehicle crosses multiple zones. A correct zone setting eliminates the error. For additional information, refer to Compass Zone Adjustment .
Vehicles With Navigation
The compass signal originates with the GPS (Global Positioning System) antenna. No calibration or zone adjustment is available, as the compass heading is based on the GPS (Global Positioning System) signal. for information on the GPS (Global Positioning System) signal.
Informational Indicators/Warning Indicators
Informational indicators provide information to the driver of conditions that exist in the vehicle. Warning indicators provide information to the driver of conditions that could potentially cause personal injury or alter vehicle performance.
Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Message Center Indicators
Message center indicators illuminate in the message center and replace the typical informational or warning indicator using the same iconic representation. When multiple warnings exist, the message center indicators cycle through each display until the condition has been corrected. The message center indicators include:
- 4X4 auto
- Charging system
- Door ajar
- Electronic Locking Differential (ELD)
- Engine oil pressure
- Engine over-temperature
- Low fuel
- 4X2
- 4X4 low
- 4X4 high
- Powertrain malfunction (wrench)
- Tow haul
Hardwired Inputs
The hardwired inputs are provided from the following systems or components:
- Fuel level
- Hill descent control
- Message center switch
- Park detect
- Traction control switch
Messaged Inputs
Module messaging is the standard for sending and receiving information required to operate the IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster). All messages required for the IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) to operate are received over the High Speed Controller Area Network (HS-CAN). For a list of module messages with the message origination sources, refer to Information Bus.
Listed below is a partial list of status and information messages that the IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) requires from other vehicle inputs:
- ABS
- ABS braking
- Roll Stability Control (RSC(R))
- Traction control
- Base brake system
- Brake fluid level status
- Parking brake status
- Body
- Door ajar
- Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- Lighting system
- LH/RH turn
- High beam
- Powertrain
- Charging system
- ELD (Electronic Locking Differential)
- Engine emission system
- Engine oil pressure
- Engine rpm
- Engine temperature
- Four-Wheel Drive (4WD)
- Tow haul status
- Transmission range
- Vehicle speed
Welcome/Farewell Mode
The IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) provides a startup/shutdown mode also known as a welcome/farewell mode. When the vehicle receives a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) request or a door ajar (open) message, the IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) gradually increases illumination of the gauge trim rings and powers up the message center (the optional IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) provides a welcome graphic). When the key is inserted into the ignition switch (key off), the IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) illuminates the gauge points. When the ignition is placed into the RUN or START position, the IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) begins a prove-out stage. During the prove-out stage, the IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) provides message center information (replaces the welcome screen with vehicle specific information on the optional IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) ) while illuminating all LED indicators for a predetermined time. For the shutdown, the IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) reverses the startup process.
MyKey(R)
NOTE: All MyKey(R) displayed messages listed below are base IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) (3-button message center switch) displays. The optional IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) (5-button message center switch) message displays are similar.
The MyKey(R) feature allows the customer to program a restricted driving mode that is tied to one or more keys known as a MyKey(R). When MyKey(R) is in use, the IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) provides the following functions:
- At the beginning of vehicle start up, as part of the welcome strategy, the message center greets the MyKey(R) driver with MYKEY ACTIVE DRIVE SAFELY displayed in the message center. If the MyKey(R) speed limiter feature is turned on, the message center also displays SPEED LIMITED TO 80 MPH (or 130 km/h).
- The IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) continuously provides a periodic Belt-Minder(R) warning chime until the driver and passenger safety belts are buckled. When the Belt-Minder(R) is issued, the Audio Control Module (ACM) is muted and the message center displays BUCKLE UP TO UNMUTE AUDIO.
- If the MyKey(R) speed limiter feature is turned on and the vehicle speed approaches 120 km/h (75 mph), the message center displays VEHICLE NEAR TOP SPEED along with a chime.
- If the MyKey(R) speed limiter feature is turned on and the vehicle speed reaches 130 km/h (80 mph), the message center displays VEHICLE AT TOP SPEED DRIVE SAFELY along with a chime.
- If the speed warning is selected at one of the preset values (75, 90, 105 km/h [45, 55, 65 mph]) and the vehicle approaches the preset speed, the message center displays CHECK SPEED DRIVE SAFELY along with a chime.
- If the traction control always on feature is turned on and the MyKey(R) driver presses the traction control switch to disable traction control, the message center displays ADVTRAC ON MYKEY SETTING.
- At 1/8 tank of remaining fuel, the IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) turns on the low fuel warning with the appropriate Distance To Empty (DTE) message along with a chime.
- MyKey(R) miles driven by the MyKey(R) user can be found in the information display and in the system check function of the message center on the base IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) and in the information display only on the optional IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster).
- The number of MyKey(R) programmed and administrator keys can be found in the system check function of the message center (base IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) ) or information function (optional IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) ).
- The parking aid warning menu is disabled in the message center to force these features always on.
When an administrator key is in use, the IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) provides the following functions:
- The message center provides a menu guiding the user to create a MyKey(R). When the maximum MyKey(R) limit is reached, the MyKey(R) creation menu is no longer available.
- The message center provides menus for setting 4 optional MyKey(R) features:
- MyKey(R) 80 MPH speed limiter
- MyKey(R) pre-selected speed warning
- MyKey(R) radio volume limiter
- AdvanceTrac(R) on/off
- The message center provides a menu to clear all MyKey(R) programmed keys at once.
- MyKey(R) miles driven by the MyKey(R) user can be found in the information display and in the system check function of the message center on the base IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) and in the information display only on the optional IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster).
- The number of MyKey(R) programmed and administrator keys can be found in the system check function of the message center (base IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) ) or information function (optional IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) ).
For additional information on the MyKey(R) features, refer to Antitheft and Alarm Systems.
Neutral Tow Feature
The neutral tow feature provides informational messages to inform the driver that neutral tow is enabled or disabled and powers down or turns off IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) functions such as welcome/farewell (starrtup-shut down) and PRNDL indication. The neutral tow feature allows the vehicle to be towed in NEUTRAL (N) without excessive battery drain.