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SLK/R170: Light dead in instrument cluster

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Old 06-02-2003, 12:48 PM
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Light dead in instrument cluster

Hi,

First post here so go easy on me

I've searched the forums but cant find this covered so...

Has anyone had to replace a bulb in the instrument cluster? I have a '98 SLK 230K and the bulb behind 0-60MPH section of the speedo has blown.

I can't see any obvious way of getting to it, other than to pay a MB tech for a couple of hours of his time. A bit excessive for a little light bulb.

Does anyone know what rating of bulb I should use? And how to get the instrument cluster apart?

Thanks for your replies!

JimboUK
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Re: Light dead in instrument cluster

Originally posted by JimboUK
Hi,

First post here so go easy on me

I've searched the forums but cant find this covered so...

Has anyone had to replace a bulb in the instrument cluster? I have a '98 SLK 230K and the bulb behind 0-60MPH section of the speedo has blown.

I can't see any obvious way of getting to it, other than to pay a MB tech for a couple of hours of his time. A bit excessive for a little light bulb.

Does anyone know what rating of bulb I should use? And how to get the instrument cluster apart?

Thanks for your replies!

JimboUK

I hade the same problem with my SLK -98 but I sold it before I even tried. The local Mercedes dealer wanted about $400 to replace the lamp!
Old 06-04-2003, 03:48 AM
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cluster pullers (about $40 on e bay)
Bulbs (about $3)
1 hour of your time
Old 06-05-2003, 11:15 AM
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Are these cluster pullers generic or unique to the SLK?

Anyone know where I can get them from in the UK?

Thanks!!

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