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ZUKIWORLD Discussion Forum => Build Diaries, How-To, DIY => Topic started by: Captain_Jack on February 05, 2004, 11:14:14 AM

Title: Guage Cluster Removal
Post by: Captain_Jack on February 05, 2004, 11:14:14 AM: Anyone got any tips on how to get the guage cluster out without breaking it? I tool the bottom screws out and two on top of the dash. Won't come loose.

HELP!!!!
Title: Re: Guage Cluster Removal
Post by: Mac on February 05, 2004, 02:19:40 PM: Which vehicle?
Title: Re: Guage Cluster Removal
Post by: Captain_Jack on February 05, 2004, 02:24:20 PM: Sorry, it's an 88 1/2 Samurai.
Title: Re: Guage Cluster Removal
Post by: Mac on February 05, 2004, 03:37:35 PM: There should be two more screws on the side of the cluster, remove those and it should come away.
Title: Re: Guage Cluster Removal
Post by: Captain_Jack on February 05, 2004, 03:52:51 PM: No screws on the side. It's loose. I can't get it past the emergency flasher switch on the top of the column. I'm afraid I will have to drop the column. I need to get it out to have trail tough put the reed valve from the Tracker in for the 16 V conversion.
Title: Re: Guage Cluster Removal
Post by: mrfuelish on February 05, 2004, 04:18:20 PM: Yep there are two bolts holding the steering column up just loosen them or take them out the cluster will pop right out.
Title: Re: Guage Cluster Removal
Post by: jonald on February 06, 2004, 03:29:19 AM: ... And don't worry about supporting the steering column. Ã‚Â The cross bar under it will support it while you're working on it.
Title: Re: Guage Cluster Removal
Post by: Captain_Jack on February 19, 2004, 04:13:34 PM: Came out as suggested. Thanks to all. ;)
Title: Re: Guage Cluster Removal
Post by: Captain_Jack on February 20, 2004, 01:52:48 PM: Back from Trail Tough and ready for the 16V. We hope to have the engine and trans set in tomorrow.