I am preparing to replace the failed gears in my odometer.

The instructions indicate that I need to remove the vents from my dash to access the screws to get the gauge cluster out.

How do I remove the vents? I am not familiar with the procedure.

Also, does the service light that blinks every time I start the car serve any purpose, other than to remind me that a certain number of miles have passed since the last service? I don't have the right tool to turn it off. If it only indicates that I need to check or service something, I'm considering taking the bulb out for it while I have the cluster out.

Thanks!

 

John: for the vents, i usually slide a small screwdriver in the side, and gently pry them out. Service light bulb: yes, just pull it. I did.

For removal of instrument cluster, pleasze be aware that you have to remove the entire top of the dash - that involves taking the screws that are behind the vents out, a couple screws on each side where the door closes on them, the dash speakers, the glove box, etc. I think there is a writeup on it somewhere on the forum...I'll see if i can find it for you. Set aside a couple hours for your first time doing this, and it helps to have an assistant to help you lift the dash out of place - its awkward, because it will have the passenger's side airbag atached to it.

 

Thanks

Instructions are linked here:

Odometer Gears - Volvo - 850 92-97

 

John:

That a good general idea, but its MUCH easier to do if you completely remove the top of the dash - from there you need to pul the glove box liner, out, unplug passengers side air bag, and remove the 4 10mm bolts that hold the airbag module to the dash supports, and also remove the screws in the door crease (as in the first step) to get the whole dash off. I've seen people try to take half the dash loose only to wind up creasing it from trying to pull the instrument cluster out.

 

What year is your 850 ??

 

I have a 97 850R Wagon

Thanks!

 

On your year you might need the dealer to do it.

Volvo 850/70 Service Light Reset

 

Unless there's a reason not to.. I'm gonna pull the bulb.

I can remind myself to do oil changes and maintenance

 

It's best to remove the entire dash pad. They are very brittle and will break if you try to get the cluster out of it by lifting one side up.

Dash Pad Removal, Volvo 850