Gauge Cluster Removal DIY
#1
Gauge Cluster Removal DIY
I disconnected my battery for this because I didn't want any check engine light coming on because of disconnecting the cluster. I don't know that it would come on from that but better safe than sorry.
Before you disconnect your battery, lower your windows and move the driver's seat all the way back.
Russ
Black 6MT Coupe
Jax, FL
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Before you disconnect your battery, lower your windows and move the driver's seat all the way back.
Russ
Black 6MT Coupe
Jax, FL
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#2
Re: Gauge Cluster Removal DIY
The next step is to remove the one screw holding the lower cover on. It's located by the hood release. After you remove it, pull down on the upper part of the cover. It just snaps in.
Russ
Black 6MT Coupe
Jax, FL
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Russ
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Jax, FL
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271516-DIY Gauge Cluster 01.jpg
#3
Re: Gauge Cluster Removal DIY
Then remove the 4 screws holding the lower steering colum cover on. They're located around the tilt lever.
Russ
Black 6MT Coupe
Jax, FL
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Jax, FL
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271517-DIY Gauge Cluster 02.jpg
#4
Re: Gauge Cluster Removal DIY
Pull down on all four corners of the lower steering column cover and it will pop off.
Then remove the upper steering colum cover. It also just snaps in.
Remove the turn signal assembly by squeezing the upper and lower tabs.
Do the same for the wiper assembly.
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Then remove the upper steering colum cover. It also just snaps in.
Remove the turn signal assembly by squeezing the upper and lower tabs.
Do the same for the wiper assembly.
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Jax, FL
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#5
Re: Gauge Cluster Removal DIY
Remove these 2 screws.
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Jax, FL
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271520-DIY Gauge Cluster 04.jpg
#6
Re: Gauge Cluster Removal DIY
Now remove the 4 10mm bolts. You'll need an extension or deep-well socket for a couple of them.
Then pry off the ignition bezel.
Russ
Black 6MT Coupe
Jax, FL
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Then pry off the ignition bezel.
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Jax, FL
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#7
Re: Gauge Cluster Removal DIY
Now nothing is holding the cluster to the car except 2 plugs in the back and the mirror plug.
Lift up on the bottom so you can disconnect the mirror plug.
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Lift up on the bottom so you can disconnect the mirror plug.
Russ
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Jax, FL
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#8
Re: Gauge Cluster Removal DIY
The next step was the hardest for me. Removing the 2 plugs in the back. I had to look through the windshield while working my hands behind the cluster. The hard part is pushing the little tab down on the plugs and pulling the plug out at the same time.
I used a very small flat tip screwdriver to apply pressure to the tab while disconnecting. I was worried that if I used pliers I might damage the plastic plug.
Russ
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I used a very small flat tip screwdriver to apply pressure to the tab while disconnecting. I was worried that if I used pliers I might damage the plastic plug.
Russ
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271524-DIY Gauge Cluster 07.jpg
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#10
Re: Gauge Cluster Removal DIY
I hope you'll pardon me if I seem obtuse, but I have an honest question... Why would one remove the gauge cluster?
'03 G35s 5AT, Garnet Fire/Willow
Staggered 18" SSR GT1/Bridgestone PP S03
Eibach Springs/Sways, Stillen 2-pc BBK
Stillen Intake & SS Cat-Back Dual Exhaust
'03 G35s 5AT, Garnet Fire/Willow
Staggered 18" SSR GT1/Bridgestone PP S03
Eibach Springs/Sways, Stillen 2-pc BBK
Stillen Intake & SS Cat-Back Dual Exhaust
#12
Re: Gauge Cluster Removal DIY
I originally did it to mount my V1 remote inside.
Russ
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#13
#14
Re: Gauge Cluster Removal DIY
yea i agree...awesome job. i just cant stand the orange lights but not sure how difficult it would be to change ALL the led's back there. anybody have some experience with it...perhaps another DIY??
good job.
2004.5 G35 Coupe
5AT / Black on Black / Premium / Splash
soon: 35% tint, 4080's custom box, JL sub/amp (not sure which yet)
good job.
2004.5 G35 Coupe
5AT / Black on Black / Premium / Splash
soon: 35% tint, 4080's custom box, JL sub/amp (not sure which yet)