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Bankswood
03-16-2009, 01:45 PM
The instrument back lighting on my 97 840ci is much dimmer than I prefer and I am sure it's from age. How hard is it to relace the blub(s) that create the lighting for the instrument cluster.

Thanks

dannyacs
03-16-2009, 03:01 PM
Maybe the switch chaged it's resistance over time.... replacing all bulbs could be hard, maybe they are dusty, but i doubt that would have such an effect... So just try putting a new swith, or just bypass/short it to see (don't know if that' safe though)

8eights
03-16-2009, 03:11 PM
The instrument back lighting on my 97 840ci is much dimmer than I prefer and I am sure it's from age. How hard is it to relace the blub(s) that create the lighting for the instrument cluster.

ThanksThe bulbs are easy to swap, Only a screwdriver is needed and patience, Takes a hour to clean everything and replace the bulbs, Might wanna check the connections and the dimmer switch while your at it, Got my bulbs from Gault Bmw, A bag of them for $20.00US, More bulbs than i needed.

Bankswood
03-16-2009, 07:36 PM
Thanks 8eights,

Not to expose my ignorance but where do I start with the screwdriver. Undeer the dash, prior loose the dash trim? Appreicate your help