How do you remove the instrument cluster on a Mercedes W210?
The instrument cluster on the Mercedes W210 chassis simply pushes into the dashboard. You remove it by using two picks in the area shown here (green arrows). As the cluster is removed, you can see the gated part of the cluster on the side where the picks fit into the sides of the cluster (green arrow).
How do you take out an instrument cluster light bulb?
Pull the cluster out a half inch at a time alternating between the left and right sides. Eventually, the cluster will pop out. On the backside of the cluster are two electrical harness connectors. Press the tab (green arrow) and rotate the locking tab (purple arrow) down.
When did the GMC instrument cluster get rebuilt?
This is a complete rebuild of the instrument cluster on 2003, 2004, 2005, and 2006 GM (Chevrolet, GMC, Pontiac, Hummer, Buick, Cadillac, Isuzu, and Oldsmobile) vehicles including Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Envoy, Trailblazer, Ranier, Suburban, Tahoe, & others.
Where are the electrical connectors on an instrument cluster?
On the backside of the cluster are two electrical harness connectors. Press the tab (green arrow) and rotate the locking tab (purple arrow) down. This will unlatch the electrical connectors from the instrument cluster. Shown here is the backside of the cluster.
How to remove the instrument cluster from an ML Class W163?
Remove the 2 bolts that hold the instrument cluster in place. These bolts are are on the left and right of the instrument cluster and can be removed using a 8 mm socket. Twist the two plastic bolts on the top part of the instrument cluster. Pull out the instrument cluster. Unplug the connector.
How do you remove the instrument cluster bezel?
Using a plastic wedge remove the plastic pieces on the right and left of the steering wheel. Remove the instrument cluster bezel. To remove the bezel pull out the two little clips, one each side, and pull down on the bezel.
How long does it take to remove an instrument cluster?
To remove the instrument cluster, you will need about 30 min. It can be done in less time, but you don’t want to rush and damage the dash or break any clips.
Do you need to remove steering wheel to remove instrument cluster?
Instructions online recommended to remove the steering wheel, but you don’t necessary need to do that. You can remove the instrument cluster from your ML without removing the steering wheel. Extend the steering wheel down as far as you can. Using a plastic wedge remove the plastic pieces on the right and left of the steering wheel.