Removal Procedure

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Important: This procedure calls for the replacement of incandescent bulbs only. The light emitting diodes (LEDs) are not replaceable individually. If LED replacement is needed, send the cluster to an AC Delco Service Center. Refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER (IPC) REPLACEMENT .

Remove the instrument panel (IP) cluster. Refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER (IPC) REPLACEMENT .
Unclip the IP cluster rear cover plate by prying gently on the tabs with a screwdriver.

Fig 1: Uncliping Instrument Panel Cluster Rear Cover Plate By Screwdriver
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Remove the rear cover plate from the IP cluster.

Fig 2: Removing Rear Cover Plate From Instrument Panel Cluster
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Remove the bulb and base assembly by turning the bulb 1/2 turn counter clockwise and pulling outward.
Remove the bulb from the base by pulling outward.

Fig 3: Removing Bulb & Base Assembly From Instrument Panel Cluster
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