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You have to remove the instrument cluster to get access to the bulbs.
The bulb is most likely burned out. You have to remove the instrument cluster to replace it.
You hav to remove the inst. cluster and them disassemble it (just remove the back plate) and you will find the bulb in there.
You have to remove the vent & bezel assembly from below the radio first, then the entire dash bezel from around the instrument cluster & radio.
# Disconnect the negative battery cable. # Apply the parking brake and block the rear wheels. # Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. # Shift the gearshift lever to the 1position. # Position the steering wheel in the full-down position. # Remove the two instrument cluster bezel screws. # Separate the instrument cluster bezel from the instrument panel enough to gain access to the electrical connectors. Disconnect the following electrical connectors: # Rear window wiper/washer switch # Rear window defogger switch # Hazard warning flasher switch # Power E-AT switch, if equipped # Security indicator lamp, if equipped # Cruise control ON/OFF switch # Headlamp switch # Remove the instrument cluster bezel with the switches attached. # Remove the four instrument cluster screws and separate the instrument cluster from the instrument panel. # Position the cluster to gain access to the gearshift indicator. Remove the gearshift indicator from the cluster. # Disconnect the electrical connectors from the instrument cluster and remove the cluster. # The installation is the reverse of removal.
You need to remove the instrument cluster or control panels you want to work on to get access to the bulb holders.
You have to remove the instrument cluster. Easy job to do if you're the least bit handy with a Phillips head screwdriver.
Behind instrument cluster.
There are about 20 of them...any in particular?
On the right side of the instrument cluster.
DIMMER SWITCH OR WHAT?"How_do_you_remove_instrument_cluster_on_98_Ford_Ranger_to_replace_cluster_bulb"My 1995 Ford Ranger dashboard is dark, the control to the cab light is operational. I have installed a JVC Stereo with is the only light I have on the dashboard. Do I need to remove the steering wheel to get to the components of concern?
It is not repairable, you should replace the instrument cluster.