I'm trying to replace the bulb that illuminates the vent dial on the far right of the dash (near the door). You know the knob you turn to operate the vent opening... that's where the problem is. Does anyone know how to remove the knob itself and access the bulb to replace it?

You'll see four small clips with a hole in them, inside the vent. One clip is at each corner. Cut two wire coat hangers into "U" shapes and each tip of the "U" will go into the hole on the clips. Manipulate your self-made tool so that you can pull down on all four clips simultaneously, and then pull the vent out.

Thank you Speedy!! I'll give it a go....

I'm attempting to do the same for my 1987 300E except I need to replace the center vent wheel bulb. Is there a hidden screw on the left side of the vent? Do I need to remove the gage cluster? Something is keeping it from coming out on the left side and I am afraid to pull too hard. Any help is appreciated.

Thanks,
donwo

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Donwo
1999 SL 500 Sport (30K miles)
1998 E320 (SOLD)
1989 560SL (SOLD)
1987 300E (TOTALED)
1986 300E (SOLD)
1984 300SD (SOLD)

Try this link. Hope this helps.

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Steve

1992 300CE Sportline Sophie
1990 300E Emma - in the family
1979 240D Josephine - sold, but not forgotten
2004 Pacifica AWD

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