mazdaverx7

i was wanting to know how to remove the instrument cluster in an early 85 with the three gauge pods. i removed the two top screws but the thing still felt pretty snug and i didn't want to experiment and break anything. i want to do this the right way and would appreciate any help!

Scott at Team Harco

Clark's Garage is your friend.

http://www.clarks-garage.com/

Go to "Garage Shop Manual" --> Gauges

V2Rocket

you need to remove the steering wheel, the turn signal switch, the wiper switch and the trim pieces before the gauges can pull out. once the two screws are out then pull, it will come out, you will have to reach your hand back there to unscrew the speedometer cable which may be difficult. i had to fight some pliers into there the first time to break it loose. be careful with removing the wires as well especially the connectors to the tach.

Grandpa#3

The below link tell how to remove the gauge cluster, follow steps 1 - 8.

http://www.clarks-garage.com/shop-manual/body-26.htm

Cheers,
Larry

mazdaverx7

thanks for the links guys!!! he has a good writeup and i'll be sure to follow it when i replace my cluster bulbs!!

kombatrok

If all you are removing is the gauges the only thing you need to take off first is the steering wheel... and you don't really HAVE to do that but it takes a second amd makes it much easier to pull the gauges

kingston944

What year is the car I just removed mine 1987 n/a and left the wheel in place. Removedand replaced the light bulbs with 194 and did foil on reflectors. Works much better.

hp18racer

I've had the instruments out of my 87 with the wheel in. My early 85 the wheel had to come out. The instrument cluster and trim is very different b/t early and late style interiors.

mazdaverx7

the car is an early build 85. the reason i'm pulling the gauges is to check the bulbs. i have no instrument cluster lights. i plan on checking the dimmer before the bulbs but wanted a heads up on the work and time involved on pulling the gauges before i started.