Volkswagen Repair: Volkswagon Jetta vr6 2001, dashboard lights, jetta vr6

Question
Hello Rocky?

My question is regarding my dashboard lights? A couple days ago my entire dashboard lights went out, so i checked all my fuses. The Fuses are fine, what could be the problem?

Answer
Hi Carlos;
It's the whole instrument cluster.  Unfortunately all of the instrument clusters, or dash panel inserts as they are called are computer controlled.  They house the immobilizer, the key recognition system, and they also recognize the engine control module all with a little stand alone computer.  It can't be opened up to change a couple of bulbs, and then resealed.  It has to be done all at one time.  I'm sorry, Carlos.  Good luck.  I hope this helps a little.