Mercedes-Benz E-Class W210 Instrument Cluster Light Bulb Replacement

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It's inevitable--one day, one of the lamps will burn out in your gauge cluster. Most people just tolerate this because, in their minds, the bulbs are difficult to reach and nobody knows how to get to them anyway. In reality, it's quite easy if you know the procedure for safely pulling out and removing the gauge cluster.

The first step is to disconnect the battery. With the battery connected, it is possible that disconnecting the cluster can trigger the airbag light as the computer thinks something is wrong with the system. Unfortunately, you'd need to visit the dealer to have this light reset.

Make sure you have the proper radio code required to reset your radio if you do disconnect the battery. 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.

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Time: 1 hour
Tab: $30
Tools: Set of picks
Applicable Models: Mercedes-Benz W210 (1996-03)
Parts Required: New bulbs
Hot Tip: Disconnect the battery first
Performance Gain: You can see your gauges at night again
Complementary Modification: Install gauge faces