Instrument Cluster: Notes

The instrument cluster uses analog gauges for display of engine and road speed, engine temperature, fuel level and economy display.

Fig 1: Identifying Instrument Cluster

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There are three LCD blocks for display of:

The Check Control - Pictogram
The BC/SERVICE Interval And Mileage
The Transmission - Range/Program And Failure Display

Warning indicators and lamps are arranged to the right and left of the LCD blocks. The ASC, charge indicator, high beam and oil pressure lamps are located between the speedometer and tachometer.

Features of the E46 cluster include:

Stepper Motor Drives For The Analog Gauges
New Design Service Interval Indicator (SIA IV)
Automatic Transmission Range/Program Display

The instrument cluster is a sealed unit and contains no serviceable components, other than the back lighting illumination bulbs.