If it's in the cluster, see procedure below for removing cluster. If this isn't what you needed, please get back to me.
1997-00 Buick
CAUTION
All models covered by this guide are be equipped with a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) system, which uses an air bag. Whenever working near any of the SIR components, such as the impact sensors, the air bag module, steering column and instrument panel, disable the SIR, as described in this section.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Disarm the SIR system, as outlined in this section.
- Remove the instrument panel cluster trim plate using the following procedure:
- Remove the instrument panel access hole covers from the instrument panel using a small flat-bladed tool.
- Remove the screws from each end of the instrument panel cluster trim plate.
- Remove the screw(s) from the lower edge of the right side of the trim plate.
- Open the instrument panel compartment (glove box) door.
- Pull the right lower trim panel plate from the instrument panel.
- Pull the steering column tilt lever and tilt the steering column to its lowest position.
- Grasp the instrument panel cluster trim plate at the right edge and slowly pull, working to the left to release the retainer clips. Remove the instrument panel cluster trim plate from the vehicle.
Fig. Instrument panel cluster trim plate and related components-1997-00 Buick models
Fig. Front view of instrument cluster removal and rear view of the wiring harness connectors-1997-00 Buick models
- Remove the push-pin retainers from the top of the cluster.
- Rotate the instrument cluster rearward and disengage the locating pins on the bottom of the cluster from the instrument panel. Detach the electrical connectors and remove the instrument cluster from the vehicle.
- Installation is the reverse of the removal process. Use care to make sure all installation clips are properly located. Do not over-tighten any screws or they could force their way through their holes and the panel will not be held properly. Squeaks and rattles may develop later.
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