1990 Volvo 740 Overdrive Light Out

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DAC
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Hello. I have a 1990 volvo 740 turbo station wagon. It has 175,000 miles on it. I recently tried to engage the overdrive and the corresponding light in the warning light panel of the dashboard did not light up as it normally does. I don't want to take it to the dealer and have them charge me a ridiculous fee just to take the dashboard apart (or whatever it is that should be done) to put the light back in. I was wondering if you could direct me to a place (e.g. a manual) that could show me how to replace the light? You run a great service here— I am gladly making a donation. Sincerely, Dac
Dec 7, 2006 at 12:30 PM
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2CARPRO JACK
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teh car does go into OD? The bulb is in the cluster ,you will have to remove it from the dash to get to the bulb.Its not too hard, just watch for hidden clips so you dont break any plastic
Dec 7, 2006 at 11:29 PM
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Hi Jack,
Thank you for your reply. I appreciate it. I was wondering what you meant by the bulb being in the cluster? What is a cluster and would I need any special tools to take it out? Thanks again. I am gladly making another small donation. Sincerely, Dac.
Dec 7, 2006 at 11:38 PM

Suggested Repair

The overdrive bulb is in the instrument cluster. Remove the cluster from the dash to reach it, and watch for hidden clips so the plastic is not broken. No special tools were specified.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 1990 Volvo 740 Turbo says the overdrive warning light no longer comes on and wants to replace the bulb without a dealer dash teardown. The expert says the bulb is in the instrument cluster, which must be removed from the dash, and advises watching for hidden clips. The owner then asks what a cluster is and whether special tools are needed; that follow-up is not answered.

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