Toyota Repair: 1997 Camry Instrument Cluster Lights, replacement bulbs, instrument cluster


Question
A portion of my instrument lights are dim and very hard to see.  Where are the bulbs located and how do I get to them?  What type of replacement bulbs do I need?  Thank you!

Answer
I would recommend the dealer for the bulbs or you can see if a local parts store can match them up, the instrument cluster has to be removed, just the part with all the gauges, there is a black trim piece in front of the glass remove the two screws at the top and pull the piece out, you will see four screws that hold the cluster panel in, remove them and pull the instrument cluster out, disconnect the electrical connectors on the back, you will see a circuit board on the back which has the bulbs in it, to remove the bulbs twist the bulbs slightly.