Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC)
Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC)
Fusion Non-Hybrid
NOTE: Non-select shift shown, select shift IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) similar.
MKZ Non-Hybrid
Hybrid
NOTE: Fusion Hybrid enlighten display shown, MKZ Hybrid and other hybrid displays similar.
MyKey(R)
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 a MyKey(R) is in use, the IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) provides the following functions:
- At 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 periodical Belt-Minder(R) warning chime until the driver and passenger safety belts are buckled. When the Belt-Minder(R) is issued, the ACM (Audio Control Module) is muted and the message center displays BUCKLE UP TO UNMUTE RADIO.
- If the MyKey(R) speed limiter feature is turned on and the vehicle speed approaches 130 km/h (80 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 TOP SPEED MYKEY SETTING along with a chime.
- If the speed warning is selected at one of the pre-set values (75, 90, 105 km/h [45, 55, 65 mph]) and the vehicle approaches the pre-set 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 ADVDTAC ON MYKEY SETTING.
- At 120 km (75 miles) of remaining fuel, the IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) illuminates the low fuel indicator (if equipped) and the message center displays the appropriate Distance To Empty (DTE) along with a chime.
- MyKey(R) miles driven by the MyKey(R) user can be found in the information display.
- The number of MyKey(R) programmed and administrator keys can be found in the information and system check displays.
- The parking aid, Blind Spot Information System (BLIS(R)) Cross Traffic Alert (CTA) and collision avoidance warning menus are 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 that guides the user to create a MyKey(R) programmed key. 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
- Traction control on/off
- The message center provides a menu to clear all MyKey(R) programmed keys at once.
- MyKey(R) mileages driven by the MyKey(R) user can be found in system check function of the message center.
- The number of MyKey(R) and administrator keys can be found in the system check function of the message center.
Refer to Antitheft and Alarm Systems for additional information on the MyKey(R) features.
Non-Hybrid
The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) contains gauges, informational indicators, warning indicators, message center and message center indicators (MKZ only) that are designed to provide the driver with a system status and to alert the driver that certain conditions exist in the vehicle.
The IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) uses a message center display area for basic informational items such as the odometer, trip odometer, text-based messages and for message center warning indicator displays.
Startup (Welcome) Mode
The IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) provides a startup mode also known as a welcome strategy. When the vehicle receives a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) request, the IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) illuminates the gauge pointers and graduation bars. When the key is inserted into the ignition switch, the IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) illuminates only the graduation bars. When the ignition is placed into the RUN or START position, the IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) begins its prove-out stage.
During the prove-out stage, the IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) sweeps then zeros all gauges while illuminating all LED indicators for a predetermined time.
Gauges
Gauges provide information to the driver indicating the status of systems. The systems that use gauges are as follows:
- Engine coolant temperature
- Engine rpm
- Fuel level
- Vehicle speed
Informational Indicators
Informational indicators provide information to the driver of conditions that exist in the vehicle. The informational indicators are grouped into the following systems/subsystems:
- Engine/powertrain control
- All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)
- Fuel level
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
- Transaxle
- Lighting
- High beam
- Turn signal
- Vehicle control
- Anti-theft
- Cruise control
- Traction control
Warning Indicators
Warning indicators provide information to the driver of conditions that could potentially cause personal injury or alter vehicle performance. The warning indicators are grouped into the following systems/subsystems:
- Engine/powertrain control
- Charging system
- Low engine oil pressure
- Occupant/driver safety
- Door/hood ajar
- Safety belt
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) (air bag)
- Vehicle control
- ABS
- Brake system
Message Center Warning Indicators (MKZ Only)
Message center warning indicators illuminate in the message center and replace the typical indicator and warning lamps using the same iconic representation that are typically used as indicators or warning indicators in the IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster). When multiple warnings exist, the message center warning indicators rotate through each display until each condition has been corrected. The systems that use message center warning indicators include:
- Engine/powertrain control
- Charging system
- Low engine oil pressure
- Low fuel
- Occupant/driver safety
- Door/Hood ajar
Hardwired Inputs
The hardwired inputs are provided from the following systems or components:
- Compass
- Engine oil pressure switch
- Fuel level
- Message center switch
- Park detect
- Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) transceiver
- Traction control disable switch
Network Messaged Inputs
Module messaging is becoming the standard for sending and receiving information required to operate the IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster). For a complete list of module messages with the message origination sources, refer to Information Bus.
The status and information messages that the IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) requires from other vehicle inputs are grouped into the following systems/subsystems:
- ABS
- Anti-lock braking
- Traction control
- Base brake system
- Brake fluid level status
- Parking brake status
- Lighting system
- LH/RH turn
- High beam
- Powertrain
- Charging
- Engine emission system
- Engine rpm
- Engine temperature
- Grade assist (without select shift)
- Transmission range
- Vehicle speed
- SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)
- TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System)
Hybrid
The hybrid Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) contains gauges, informational indicators, warning indicators, message center and message center indicators that are designed to provide the driver with a system status and to alert the driver that certain conditions exist in the vehicle. The instrument cluster uses digital displays for all non-text information except the speedometer. The speedometer is the only analog gauge used.
The IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) uses a message center display area for basic informational items such as the odometer, trip odometer, text-based messages and message center warning indicator displays.
Startup (Welcome) Mode
The IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) provides a startup mode also known as a welcome strategy. When the vehicle receives a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) request, the IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) begins the wake up sequence by illuminating the display areas on the RH and LH sides of the speedometer in ice blue followed by the grass and cloud image on each display area when the driver door is opened.
When the key is placed into the ignition, the speedometer pointer illuminates for approximately 30 seconds or until the key is transitioned to the RUN position.
Once the key is transitioned to the RUN position, the IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) continues the startup sequence through a series of stages that sweep and zero the speedometer, while illuminating the remaining gauges and digital displays starting at the center and moving outward. During this phase, the digital gauges sweep from zero or the lowest position to the highest position then return to display the current input value. The IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) also carries out the bulb prove-out during this phase of the startup mode.
As part of the startup mode, the IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) displays the Press Info to View Demo for the first 800 km (500 miles). From 800 km (500 miles) to 1,600 km (1,000 miles), the IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) displays Demo and Tutorial Can Be Started Within SETUP Mode. After 1,600 km (1,000 miles), the text disappears from the startup mode but the demo mode remains selectable through the setup menu.
Gauges
All gauges are digital displays except the speedometer which uses an analog gauge. Gauges provide information to the driver indicating the status of systems. The systems that use gauges are as follows:
- Electric vehicle
- Engine coolant temperature
- Engine rpm
- Fuel efficiency
- Fuel level
- High voltage battery
- Vehicle speed
Informational Indicators
Informational indicators provide information to the driver of conditions that exist in the vehicle. The informational indicators are grouped into the following systems/subsystems:
- Engine/powertrain control
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
- Hybrid ready
- Lighting
- High beam
- Turn signal
- Vehicle control
- Anti-theft
- Cruise control
- Traction control
Warning Indicators
Warning indicators provide information to the driver of conditions that could potentially cause personal injury or alter vehicle performance. The warning indicators are grouped into the following systems/subsystems:
- Occupant/driver safety
- Safety belt
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) (air bag)
- Vehicle control
- ABS
- Brake system
Message Center Warning Indicators
Message center warning indicators illuminate in the message center and replace the typical indicator and warning lamps using the same iconic representation that are typically used as indicators or warning indicators in the IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster). When multiple warnings exist, the message center warning indicators rotate through each display until each condition has been corrected. The systems that use message center warning indicators include:
- Engine/powertrain control
- Charging system
- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)
- Engine temperature
- High voltage battery
- Fuel level
- Motor temperature
- Oil pressure
- Transaxle
- Occupant/driver safety
- Door ajar
- Trunk ajar
Hardwired Inputs
The hardwired inputs are provided from the following systems or components:
- Compass
- Engine oil pressure switch
- Fuel level
- Message center switch
- Park detect
- Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) transceiver
- Traction control disable switch
Network Messaged Inputs
Module messaging is becoming the standard for sending and receiving information required to operate the IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster). For a complete list of module messages with the message origination sources, refer to Information Bus.
The status and information messages that the IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) requires from other vehicle inputs are grouped into the following systems/subsystems:
- ABS
- Anti-lock braking
- Traction control
- Base brake system
- Brake fluid level status
- Parking brake status
- Lighting system
- LH/RH turn
- High beam
- Powertrain
- Charging system
- ETC (Electronic Throttle Control)
- High voltage battery
- Engine emission system
- Engine rpm
- Engine temperature
- Motor temperature
- Transaxle
- Vehicle speed
- SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)
- TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System)