2001 Ford F150 - Odometer Repair (Faint Intermittent Lights, Can't See)

[@BobSicotteMusic]

I fixed my 2001 F150 odometer that's been intermittent or non existent for a decade or more. This video was, by far, the best out there. All the details needed to make a solid repair. Your "circles" made all the difference as well as your thorough explanation. Thanks for putting it out there. Haven't had my soldering wand out in many years. Great skill to have experience with.

[@InsaneOil]

Thanks for the comment. Glad the video helped. Sounds like a successful repair.

[@MrTrevoraustin]

Best repair walkthrough I’ve ever seen, clear, thorough and concise. Thank you.

[@InsaneOil]

Thank you for the comment. Good luck with your repair.

[@MrTrevoraustin]

@@InsaneOil if you could quickly cover replacing the TPS, fuel pressure regulator, PCV valve hoses and EGR valve I’d be grateful😅 this weekends tasks, lol. Oh and brake pedal bushing too.

[@XxMrFrijolesxX]

i agree... very detailed

[@ksdj1]

(Please!) Never sell your F150. 🙂 It never fails, every time you release a new video on this model, I seem to be having the same issue. I can't tell you how much I appreciate your efforts. Your repair videos are top notch! You have been such a great help as I try to keep my beloved truck up and running smoothly. Thank you once again!

[@InsaneOil]

Thanks for the comment, I always appreciate it. Unfortunately, my 2001 F150 Series of videos is coming to and end. Perhaps that means nothing else will ever break on your truck.

[@cameronsaint116]

I know this is a very common problem on these trucks but I don’t think I can invest this much effort for something I enjoy. Watching it pop on after a long week gives me joy, like an old friend checking in on me. I don’t know what I’m saying it’s been a long day.

[@InsaneOil]

I log all of my fuel mileage and run fuel data analytics each year. This issue has plagued me off and on for about 8 years. I now have closure and can sleep at night.

[@lordvader4628]

I appreciate the graphics you provide while explaining this process. Well done.

[@InsaneOil]

Thanks for watching. Good luck with your repair.

[@dp8904]

Best repair video on KZbin! Thanks for highlighting all the areas and your clear and concise explanation. I just noticed today that my odometer wasn’t lit up and now I know why and how to fix it. I may or may not credit your video when I tell my wife I fixed it myself! 🤣

[@InsaneOil]

Thanks for the comment. I'll let you take the credit.

[@glennmckee7250]

Thank you!! Thought I was going to have to replace the whole cluster. Very helpful video.

[@InsaneOil]

Thanks for the comment. Good luck with your repair.

[@dannyguerrieri7735]

That hairline crack was my problem on my digital odometer. One solder and it's like new again! Thanks for the video!

[@InsaneOil]

Thanks for the comment… Sounds like it was a success

[@nathangant7636]

Before removing the circuit board, try cleaning off the terminal pins with electronic cleaner to improve the electrical connections between the pins and the two socket connectors. That could save you some extra steps. Worked with my 2001 Ford F150 that had lost the odometer display in the dash. Oxidation and/or dust build up seems to have caused the lost electronics connections over the years.

[@InsaneOil]

Thanks for the added tips. They are much appreciated.

[@mikej6035]

Now's the time to clean all the panels and plexi shield.

[@nzs316]

If your in a Northern climate, when I turn on the panel heat. After it warms up, the odometer bad solder expands enough to make contact. Unfortunately moments after it cools down, it cuts out again. Excellent reference video.

[@gstv9]

Very detailed and love the highlighted areas. Thank you

[@InsaneOil]

Thanks for the comment. Good luck with your repair.

[@DavidDeLong-x8y]

I just used your video when I worked on my 99 Ford F150 and it certainly helped. I did encounter a bit of a problem. When I went to take out the light module on the left side of the dash, the top plate came off and out rather than the complete module. I had to gently work the circuit board and then clipped them together. Other than that everything worked out well and now the flashing odometer light is no more Thanks

[@InsaneOil]

Sounds like it was a success in the end. Great job.

[@bunnyheywood]

~ Thanks for the detailed video! And thank you for highlighting the trim areas to be removed as well as highlighting specific screws and fasteners. That helps a lot. Where can I find the needle tip for my soldering iron? Everyone I come across is to big to work with,I like that fine pinpoint tip to solder the pin with. Thank you so very much for sharing this video. I have a 2002 XLT 5.4L V8 Extend Cab. I don't care what anyone says I love my truck! The first motor went 300,000 miles and then my husband and I had a second 5.4L V8 motor put in a few years ago. Next weekend we're having the entire front end suspension system replaced. After 20 years it's time for that since a ball joint has gone bad but i'm doing both sides ....only makes sense so we don't have to deal with when the other side goes bad. Any good useable parts I take off when making repairs, I always give to other people who might can use them on their same year trucks. Comes in handy and you don't have to go to a junkyard to find that part or trim panels. Anyways I sure appreciate this video you posted sir!! Have a blessed day!

[@InsaneOil]

I bought this kit from Amazon and it came with the pinpoint tip. www.amazon.com/dp/B087832Y16?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

[@eddie947]

I honestly did not think it was going to be this easy! I'll take it apart tomorrow and get it fixed

[@InsaneOil]

Awesome…let me know how it goes.

[@eddie947]

@InsaneOil it worked!! It's even brighter than it used to be. I even cleaned and polished the entire cluster inside and out and it looks brand new! Thanks again for your video!

[@InsaneOil]

@@eddie947awesome job…sounds like a great success

[@rocknrod32]

What solder gun do you use. Mine is a old heavy fat handed unit. Yours is slick.

[@InsaneOil]

www.amazon.com/dp/B087832Y16?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details Additional links are in the video description.

[@nathanball2421]

Amazing!! Detailed, and exactly what my issue was! Thank you!

[@InsaneOil]

Thanks for the comment. Glad the video helped.

[@huachis]

Please make môre videos to this truck!!! Hola desde México!

[@InsaneOil]

Thanks for the comment. Feel free to check out my playlist for this vehicle: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i4fTZpSgfLN7jaM

[@huachis]

@InsaneOil GRACIAS!!! HAVE A VERY GOOD DAY!!!

[@donserio6548]

Excellent repair video, thank you!

[@InsaneOil]

Thank you for the comment. Good luck with your repair.

[@paulmodica]

Great content, perfect tutorial, very helpful

[@InsaneOil]

Thanks for the comment. Good luck with your repair.

[@Chkahoe_]

@@InsaneOilbuying an f150 today 2001 with a misfire can’t read odometer hopefully your video is helpful brother

[@InsaneOil]

@@Chkahoe_ How did the purchase go? Any luck with the odometer repair?

[@Chkahoe_]

@@InsaneOil it’s going brother I have to change sparks and coils replace the radiator as well just ordered a pex Bluetooth scanner for 40$ gives you codes an stuff connect to your phone

[@InsaneOil]

@@Chkahoe_ Sounds like it will be a challenging and fun project. When I did my plugs and coils I also did the intake manifold and crossover (as it is prone to leak) kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZC4oXqtidClbJY

[@463aa]

excellent video, well explained and very good work 👍 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🌟 next Saturday I will do it. thank you

[@InsaneOil]

Thanks for the comment. Good luck with your repair.

[@463aa]

@@InsaneOil I just watched another video and you do every job well. Thanks for that, I think I can learn to do what my F-150 needs myself.👍✌️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🌟

[@InsaneOil]

@@463aa Feel free to check out the whole playlist at kzbin.info/www/bejne/i4fTZpSgfLN7jaM

[@powellbarber3317]

Superb video. Thanks!

[@InsaneOil]

Thank you for the comment… Good luck with your repair

[@trey6521]

I tried doing this but now my cluster won’t even respond…

[@InsaneOil]

Any luck? If the whole cluster is dead then check the large wiring harnesses to the cluster for a good connection.

[@trey6521]

@@InsaneOil half the cluster responds. Gauges don’t work. Gonna need some help on this one

[@InsaneOil]

@@trey6521 Clean all your connections with electrical cleaner. Recheck your solder job. Double check your ribbon cable.

[@trey6521]

@@InsaneOil you now I did bend the ribbon the cable

[@trey6521]

@@InsaneOil not gonna lie I’m a bit nervous about the repair

[@davidw2014]

Thanks for another very helpful 2001 F150 video. I need to do this repair on my truck as well. ...This is off topic, but I was listening to the video "How to Use a Circular Saw : Make a Bevel Cut with a Saw" by ExpertVillage Leaf Group, and thought to myself, I know that youtube voice and delivery style. Sounds much like you from an earlier time. Regards.

[@InsaneOil]

Thanks for the comment and good luck with your repair. Yes, the circular saw video was from back before Google bought KZbin and before KZbin was "KZbin". If I remember correctly, I have somewhere between 3000-5000 Expert Village video clips floating around online somewhere.

[@mikeschumacher9715]

WELL DONE

[@InsaneOil]

Thanks for the comment. Good luck with your repair.

[@jackoneal465]

I was at 499996.9 miles and I got home and then when I tried to go out with a buddy to hit 500000 the odometer wouldn’t turn on no matter how much I hit it. I hope this works and I’ll hit 500000 tomorrow

[@InsaneOil]

Did you hit 500k?

[@parknelson3428]

Great video

[@InsaneOil]

Thanks for the comment. Good luck with your repair.

[@jessyhavron2548]

Another Union made Ford.

[@InsaneOil]

Mass production.

[@tonyjetton8352]

Excellet

[@InsaneOil]

Thanks for the comment. Good luck with your repair.

[@wyattbucknee4628]

Ima be honest I’m gonna let this shit be broken. I don’t wanna do all that.

[@InsaneOil]

Fair assessment. Some repairs that I do, I think to myself, "I hope I never have to do anything like that again in my life."