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Mar 23, 2010 | 07:02 PM

Goudey

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Replacing Instrument Panel Lights &

My 97 F 150 left side of the inst panel is dark. How to change the bulbs?

Also the glass in the left hand mirror shakes....How to tighten it up if possible?

Thanks for any info.

Richard

Mar 23, 2010 | 08:20 PM

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https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/5...ng+dash+lights

here ya go for the pannel lights. its really pretty straight forward. dont just replace the big bulbs do the little ones two.... i made that mistake.. .
at least the three in the top of the speedometer.

if you find the answer for the mirror, i too am interested in the answer.

Mar 24, 2010 | 09:47 AM

KhanTyranitar

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Another pointer, when you replace the instrument cluster lights, go with LEDs. You will never have to change them again. And yes, do them all. Otherwise you can have another one go out at any time. While not the hardest job out there, it is not something you want to do again.

You just start by removing the panels in going for it. You might need a set of start drives, some of the bolts might have a torx head.

Mar 24, 2010 | 01:25 PM

Goudey

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Thanks for the info.....I don't know how to get the dash apart.....the 3 screws up under the speedo area are easy but what comes next or first? Tried prying a bit on the piece near drivers door....no luck. Any way to take the top of the dash over the speedo out? Or is it accessed by some other way?
Thanks, Goudey

Mar 24, 2010 | 07:58 PM

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I used it when I did mine and it is step by step with pictures. Saved a lot of headaches. Hope this helps you out

Mar 24, 2010 | 09:24 PM

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If you find answers to the mirror vibration, I need to know too...I think it's because the panel/cover (matching your paint color) on the back lets air in, but I'm not sure. I do know the panel is removable.