We remove the instrument cluster to replace it, to replace indicator lamps and backlight lamps, the speedometer cable and to access the mounting points of the instrument panel
Using a Phillips screwdriver, unscrew the two self-tapping screws securing the instrument panel to the instrument panel itself.
Pulling the upper part of the shield towards you, remove it.
Two latches located in the upper corners of the shield.
Using a 10mm wrench, unscrew the two tall plastic nuts securing the instrument cluster to the instrument panel.
Move the instrument cluster away from the panel and unscrew the union nut of the flexible speedometer drive shaft
Disconnect the two wire blocks: left – white, right – red
Remove the instrument cluster.
On the removed instrument cluster we replace:
- test lamp by turning the socket counterclockwise and removing it (the photo shows the battery charge warning light)
- instrument panel illumination lamp
Install the lamps and instrument cluster in reverse order.