How do you replace a W124 instrument cluster?
Bulb replacement is easy. Simply pull the plastic bulb housing from the cluster (red arrow). When replacing the bulbs do not touch the surface of the bulb with your uncovered hands. The oils from your skin can cause a hot spot to form on the bulb and reduce its life. Installation is the reverse of removal.
How do you remove gauge cluster from Mercedes Benz?
The gauge cluster is a friction fit and is pulled from the dash with two cluster removal tools. While you can buy these tools from Pelican Parts you can also make your own from metal coat hangers; just be careful not to scratch the trim with any sharp edges. PLEASE NOTE: NEVER, NEVER connect your battery before you’ve connected the airbag.
Where is the speedometer cable on a Mercedes Benz?
Some vehicles have the speedometer cable clipped to the pedal box (red arrow). You are going to need to free up some slack in the cable either way. So, remove the kick panel and release the clip. Gently pull the cable up through the floor.
Bulb replacement is easy. Simply pull the plastic bulb housing from the cluster (red arrow). When replacing the bulbs do not touch the surface of the bulb with your uncovered hands. The oils from your skin can cause a hot spot to form on the bulb and reduce its life. Installation is the reverse of removal.
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.
The gauge cluster is a friction fit and is pulled from the dash with two cluster removal tools. While you can buy these tools from Pelican Parts you can also make your own from metal coat hangers; just be careful not to scratch the trim with any sharp edges. PLEASE NOTE: NEVER, NEVER connect your battery before you’ve connected the airbag.
Where can I get code for Mercedes instrument cluster?
Nothing is more frustrating than realizing your radio is dead and you don’t have the code. It is available from your local Mercedes-Benz dealer, upon showing them proof of ownership such as your vehicle registration. The instrument cluster on the Mercedes W210 chassis simply pushes into the dashboard.