changed instrument bulbs but still dim?

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cherryredbenj11
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Post Mon Sep 03, 2012 7:21 pm

As above, my cluster wasnt lighting up properly, one side was dim other side was out, replaved the bulbs, both side now work but both are as dim as before. any suggestions?
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Post Mon Sep 03, 2012 7:27 pm

Twist the headlight switch?
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Post Mon Sep 03, 2012 7:28 pm

jmc330i wrote:Twist the headlight switch?
This, turn the headlight switch clockwise
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Post Mon Sep 03, 2012 8:44 pm

Heres me thinking there should be another switch lol.
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Post Sun Sep 09, 2012 7:51 pm

What bulbs did you change as I have the same problem cheers?
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Post Sun Sep 09, 2012 8:00 pm

Cluster is lit by two 3W capless bulbs. These are fitted into the two larger bulb holders visible on the back of the cluster.
Be sure to replace them with the correct 3W bulbs, as the more commonly available 5W version of these WILL melt the plastic coloured domes and light guides.