Instrument cluster stuck !

[Beirut Brit]

Hi
I asked a mechanic/electrician a few weeks ago to pull it out and check for blown bulbs. It was a mistake which im paying dearly for now as i really wish i had just taken the job on myself. Not only did he manage to disconnect the instrument lights, but he managed to bugger up the low fuel warning light.

But he has also messed something else up and i would appreciate anyone's input if they have experience in removigng this instrument panel.

I prefer not to drive the car at night at the moment so im keen to get it off and change bulbs and test the contacts etc. But the mechanic has managed to push it back wrongly and not taken care with cables.

I can only pull it out about 3cm before it stops moving. It's like there is something really strong holding it on. What could that be? the speedo cable which is jammed somewhere?

if it is the speedo cable, then perhaps all it needs is a push from behind to allow the clock to move forward about 10cm. Any advice on how to do that? Can i see it from the firewall side easily?

thanks for your input and suggestions as always.


MJ in Morocco