Odometer stays on when key is off?

2004 FORD ESCAPE

292,000 MILES • 3.0L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC

HASADIAH ACE COLEMAN

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I just changed the fuse 27 on my vehicle on the driver side fuse box. The odometer stays on when I remove the key and it used to not do this. I am worried my battery may drain quicker over time. How can I correct this issue?

Aug 30, 2022 at 2:15 PM

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This sounds like the GEM is going out which is common. Here is the location of the unit so you can replace it or have it done. Check out the diagrams (below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

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Aug 31, 2022 at 7:08 AM