The instrument cluster can be replaced. The connectors on the back of the instrument clusters are the same for all versions of that generation of the Ford Focus. There are however problems when doing this: -The odometer will show the miles from the old cluster. The milage is built in to the cluster, not the car. -Some panel lights (like the ABS light) may light up depending on your vehicle's options. It is sometimes possible (although usually relatively expensive) to have the cluster reprogrammed at a Ford dealership to correct these problems.
Look in the owner's manual. Page 212 - #36.
keys have to be reprogram to the cluster
It's in the instrument cluster.
WHAT? Its right in front of the driver.
No, it won't.
The meter refers to gauges in the instrument cluster.
It's in the instrument cluster.
In the dash in front of the driver The instrument cluster has your speedometer , engine coolant temperature gauge , your fuel gauge , your warning lights , etcetera
On the right side of the instrument cluster.
It may need a new fuse.
It needs to be programmed(the odometer and to the current key your using) you will need to take it to a ford garage to have the replacement instrument cluster programmed. Hope this helps! been there done that.