Can you change the instrument cluster on a Porsche 997?
A Porsche 997 instrument cluster. If installing an entire new instrument cluster, a PIWIS diagnostic tool is needed to program the previous cluster’s settings into the new cluster. Dash Rattle Solved!
What to do with a removed gauge cluster?
With the instrument cluster removed, do not turn on the ignition or attempt to start the car as an error code will likely be present once the gauge cluster is re-installed. Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure. Plug electrical harness into instrument cluster.
How do you remove gauge from Porsche 997?
With the steering wheel now lowered, the lower gauge trim piece is now easily accessible. To free the trim, simply pinch the piece in the center with your fingers, and pull it towards you. The trim is secured by two clips on the backside, which requires a bit of force to free.
How do you remove instrument cluster from Dash?
Figure 6. Separating instrument cluster from dash. Once you have the instrument cluster free of its mount, be careful as the electrical harness is still connected to the backside of it. With the instrument cluster now free, remove the electrical harness from the back of the cluster.
A Porsche 997 instrument cluster. If installing an entire new instrument cluster, a PIWIS diagnostic tool is needed to program the previous cluster’s settings into the new cluster. Dash Rattle Solved!
With the instrument cluster removed, do not turn on the ignition or attempt to start the car as an error code will likely be present once the gauge cluster is re-installed. Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure. Plug electrical harness into instrument cluster.
With the steering wheel now lowered, the lower gauge trim piece is now easily accessible. To free the trim, simply pinch the piece in the center with your fingers, and pull it towards you. The trim is secured by two clips on the backside, which requires a bit of force to free.
Figure 6. Separating instrument cluster from dash. Once you have the instrument cluster free of its mount, be careful as the electrical harness is still connected to the backside of it. With the instrument cluster now free, remove the electrical harness from the back of the cluster.
Can a gauge cluster be removed from the dash?
The gauge cluster is now ready to be separated from the dash. With a secure grip on the instrument cluster, give it a firm pull towards you. The gauge cluster uses several metal spring clips on its backside to help keep the cluster in place.
The gauge cluster is now ready to be separated from the dash. With a secure grip on the instrument cluster, give it a firm pull towards you. The gauge cluster uses several metal spring clips on its backside to help keep the cluster in place.