the only way I managed to do it is to unclip the black cover from the cluster first, then insert the cluster, rotate it inside like this:
and then brute-force the speedo cable in first.
after that the 2 remaining connectors are easy to clip in the same way as the speedo cable, THEN I clipped...
I managed to disconnect it (miracle), now I can't connect it back:
- its located behind in the middle of the instrument cluster, little to no space for hands
- speedo cable needle is square, but rotated correctly in same way as the port of instrument cluster
= port for the speedo cable /...
For anyone still wondering how to unclip the speedometer cable, you have to squeeze the connector from below and then pull: https://youtu.be/kOE8YdhsMRg?t=19
model - 1.7 1998; I ordered this speed sensor https://ibb.co/hRQfN6T, but now I see it is not the same one I have on my transmission.
(I couldn't upload images via attachments, so here are links:)
Is this the correct one? https://www.autodoc.co.uk/meat-doria/10356904
Air filter was soaking wet and got ripped in the middle by snow after last ride. Replaced it with new one after 3 days but in that time the road salt (which got sucked through the filter) froze around the throttle body flap. That caused messed up air flow - cleaned it and engine runs ok
I had mine transmission+clutch changed and now when I plug speed sensor in the Electronic engine control fuse (15V) gets blown right after I turn the key into 2nd position, not even 3rd (in 3rd it doesn't even crank). Also no fuel pump noise!
Already had some issues with that sensor due to...
For 100$ I got a used transmission from other 1.7 puma and had it replaced with clutch at the same time.
Fixing an old transmission that leaks ain’t worth the effort.
Nasty brake fluid leak next to left front wheel after I engaged reverse and I couldn't disengage it afterwards - I had to switch off the engine, then putting it into neutral.
I was in a hurry so I topped the brake fluid reservoir, started the car and drove home. Same story with parking in...
I'm from Czech Rep. and I just ordered LuK clutch kit for ~100$ (2100czk) from https://autodily.mjauto.cz/ford.html
20-30% discounts for brand new parts is a heaven for us car nuts in this country. Not sure if they ship abroad