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02-20-2002, 08:32 AM
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How to remove instrument cluster.
I have had numerous requests for the proceedure on how to remove the instrument cluster. So here it is for everyone to see in living color.
1. Make of buy special tool. You can make one out of a stiff wire like a coat hanger. 2. Bend end as shown. 3. Insert between cluster and dash at the appropriate location. 4. Rotate tool 90 degrees in the right direction. 5. Pull cluster out. See attached photos for details.
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02-20-2002, 08:33 AM
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Bend wire as shown.
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02-20-2002, 08:35 AM
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This is where you need to grab the cluster using the tool.
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02-20-2002, 08:37 AM
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Another photo of how the tool grabs the cluster.
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02-20-2002, 08:38 AM
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Pull on the left and right side together.
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02-20-2002, 08:38 AM
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Right side.
I hope everything is clear.
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02-20-2002, 09:00 AM
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Im not sure.
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02-20-2002, 09:09 AM
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Thanks.
So if I understand this correctly you don't actually unclip anything just use the tools to pull the cluster out? Do you need to remove the steering wheel to replace the instrument bulbs? I assume that if I am careful I can do this without removing the steering wheel.
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02-20-2002, 10:00 AM
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You have to pull out floor mat and unclip the speedo cable next to the steering column or you won't be able to pull the cluster far enough to unscrew it from the back.
 Also, before disconnecting the battery, extend the steering column all the out to get clearance to remove the cluster. This does not apply to cars with electronic speedometers.
Last edited by Cap'n Carageous; 02-20-2002 at 10:34 AM.
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02-20-2002, 10:28 AM
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I have a 1996 (W210) E320, there is no speedo cable to disconnect; it was all electric.
-Tom
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02-20-2002, 10:59 AM
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Helpful photos, thanks Dave!
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02-20-2002, 02:55 PM
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Tom,
When does the little guy come out and squeegee the headlights? 
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08-18-2002, 06:24 PM
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First class pictures, what a great help, thanks for sharing . . . !
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