V40: - How to change bulbs behind Speedometer on a 2001 V40 - Page 2

gatos · Jul 6th, 2014, 13:45

Lifting the dashboard would require a lot more work. Trust me..... lol. One of the main bolts securing the dashboard, is behind the speedo anyway.

To remove the steering wheel cover, you need to undo these 3 screws. Then carefully unclip the two parts

Alekpowah · Jul 6th, 2014, 15:18

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Originally Posted by gatos

Lifting the dashboard would require a lot more work. Trust me..... lol. One of the main bolts securing the dashboard, is behind the speedo anyway.

To remove the steering wheel cover, you need to undo these 3 screws. Then carefully unclip the two parts
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OH! I didn't realize they could be split, i figured i would have to remove the indicator stick and everything!
I won't have time to get it done today unfortunately, but i will update the thread when i do.

Thanks, i really appreciate the help!

Alekpowah · Jul 12th, 2014, 16:09

Quick Update!

Thank you so much for the guidance!

I got it working, changed a bulb and even decided to spice up the dials as i was going!

https://www.dropbox.com/s/qmyavttrus8bysl/IMAG0187.jpg

I have to say though, i wish i had a 3 spoke steeringwheel ^_^!

darrenain · May 28th, 2019, 09:31

could you resurrect or send the photos for the tread,

How to change bulbs behind Speedometer on a 2001 V40.

this is a job i need to do and would love a bit of help.

ps what bulbs go behind the speedo and check engine light on the panel.
my email is darren@darrenain1.plus.com

thanks
darren

giligang · Jun 27th, 2019, 02:48

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Originally Posted by gatos

You obviously need to remove the speedo. If you have a 3-spoke steering wheel, you can follow the following instructions. If you have a 4 spoke steering wheel, you will not be able to get the speedo through the spokes, so instead you will have to loosen (but not remove) two more screws securing the steering column and lower it.

If you don't want to remove the speedo completely through the steering wheel, you can still follow the first two photos to loosen it and the with your hands feel the bulb holders at the back and replace accordingly. It's a bit tricky, but possible.

Do you still have these pictures saved somewhere? I can't see them due to Photobucket issues...

If you do, and you're willing and able to send them to gilianvanneck@gmail.com, I would be eternally greatful!

Jul 6th, 2014, 13:45	#11
gatos Premier Member Last Online: Nov 15th, 2022 21:34 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: London / Essex	Lifting the dashboard would require a lot more work. Trust me..... lol. One of the main bolts securing the dashboard, is behind the speedo anyway. To remove the steering wheel cover, you need to undo these 3 screws. Then carefully unclip the two parts __________________ Current car: 2002 S40 1.9D, 1992 240SE Nullius in Verba

Jul 12th, 2014, 16:09	#13
Alekpowah New Member Last Online: Aug 6th, 2014 19:19 Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Norway	Quick Update Quick Update! Thank you so much for the guidance! I got it working, changed a bulb and even decided to spice up the dials as i was going! https://www.dropbox.com/s/qmyavttrus8bysl/IMAG0187.jpg I have to say though, i wish i had a 3 spoke steeringwheel ^_^!

May 28th, 2019, 09:31	#14
darrenain New Member Last Online: Jun 23rd, 2020 19:20 Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: manchester	could you resurrect or send the photos for the tread, How to change bulbs behind Speedometer on a 2001 V40. this is a job i need to do and would love a bit of help. ps what bulbs go behind the speedo and check engine light on the panel. my email is darren@darrenain1.plus.com thanks darren

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