"ALAN MATTHEWS via CarKB.com" > wrote in message
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> This panel which shows outside temperature, fuel consumpton, which gear I
> am in etc. is OK when cold, but after a short time, or if conditions are
> warm, becomes very dim.
>
> The local agent just says "new instrument panel sir" !!! £ £ £
>
> So has anyone had a simular problem and if so is there a fix please.
>
> I am an electronic Engineer so can change componants (within reason) on
> Printed boards, mend tracks etc.
>
> If I have to take out the instrument panel, which means removing the
> steering wheel, what do I have to do about the air bag, and if it has to
> be
> disabled how is this done please.
>
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me same car and mine is just starting to go as well. OK when cold dimming
when warm. Haven't researched a replacement yet...............its timing
belt replacement and new tyres time so funds heading in that direction.