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Removing the Instrument Cluster and Replacing Bulbs

Model: Mercedes Classe E W210 - Years 1995-2002
Part: Instrument panel light

Removing the instrument cluster is a fairly easy task as it is simply clipped in place: in this case, you need to create a hook-like tool using steel wire (bend the end at a 90° angle for about 0.2 in and file it to flatten the tip). It is recommended to position the steering wheel with the adjustment all the way down and out to facilitate the removal of the instrument cluster. The clips are located on both lateral ends: simply insert the tool, rotate it to hook the tip onto the back of the cluster, and pull to release it, first from one side and then from the other. Once removed, disconnect the two connectors attached: press the lock and rotate the bayonet to extract the connector. At this point, you can replace the bulbs that illuminate the instrument cluster, which are the ones with the gray bulb holder: just rotate them to remove and then replace them.
Once the repair is done, reconnect the connectors and insert the instrument cluster back into its place: just press to snap it back in.

Updated on 3 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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