On my 2001 explorer xlt the outside temp and compass read-out is not displayed anymore could this be a fuse?

Answer 1

I had exactly the same problem where the unit suddenly went blank. Here is the procedure:

1- Press the mode switch several times to make sure it is not in the blank mode. OK? keep going.

2- Check the 7.5 A fuse number 10. OK keep going.

3- Remove the two screws holding the unit to the ceiling and pulled the unit

from the front to release the two clips.

4- Use a T-10 torx bit to disassemble every thing in the unit and to

get to the printed circuit board.

5Look for two surface mount resistors next to each other with 510 printed

on them. Check to see if they desoldered themselves off the board.

6- You can resolder them or replace them. I resoldered mine.

7- Use two 68 ohms quarter watt resistors (to reduce power dissipation)

and solder them in their place.

8- You can check your work by attaching the board to the wire harness and

to the plug in the ceiling and turn ignition on.

9- If everything is Ok (as I hope) disconnect the board and reassemble the

unit and install it back.

Hopefully this will help someone in the future.