Yeah, but what's easier? Fight with the cable and reassemble, or cut that piece out? I plan to use that space to put my remote start/power lock module in dash.
I don't want to take away from this though. This is why I attempted the project, because all of this information was out there. Thanks for that!!
Great post. I dare say, being a beginner- how does one adjust the odometer on a new speedo? I'm trying to get from 55K to 119K. I'll likely just swap the two when I take out my old, but wondered if there was an easy way other than manually rolling the new one up.
Take the numbers out as shown, then take a screwdriver and spread black gear next to the tenth's digit about 1/8 inch or so (don't take it off). This will allow you to spread the numbers apart to disengage the gears, so you can spin the numbers. When you numbers are lined up then press the numbers together (not too tight).
I have a '94 manual I use on my '95 Wagon. I couldn't find any reference to disconnection the speedometer cable from the back of the inst. cluster. So, I searched and found exactly what I needed here.
Thanks and be aware, people do still use your and other explanations.
Excellent write-up with current application for my '95 Wagon.
The dash cluster bezel was so brittle when I tried to move the bezel before removing the three upper screws, the plastic broke at all three points. I knew the screws were there, and never should have moved the bezel at all before taking them out. I will repair the mounting holes with some "plastic weld" material. I think it will keep the rattles down in the future.
My '95 Wagon failed VA safety test because the air-bag dash bulb would not come on ...at all.
Testing the air-bag system indicated the dash-board light bulb was no working. I had to remove the cluster, but couldn't figure out of to disconnect the speed-o cable from the back. Finally got it off after reviewing a few posts on the site. Turns out the #194 bulb was not connecting well in the little socket. I cleaned it up, and will retest with the dash re-connected.
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