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I've got a 2007 NBS Silverado W/T, and in the mid-afternoon, if the Texas sun is out in full force, it's really hard to see the guages.....especially if I have sunglasses on. A relative of mine has an 08 Silverado LS, and his guage cluster lights up automatically when you start the truck. Was this something new for 08, and if so........can this be retrofitted to my 07?

 

TIA,

 

Dave

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MS3DALE

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Yes,It was new for '08 that the cluster was backlit.

There is a solution for you,BUT if your out of warranty it will cost you.....

 

 

#07-08-49-029A: Instrument Panel (IP) Gauges/Gages Difficult to Read or See, Poor Backlighting (Replace IP and Program) - (Jan 25, 2008)

 

 

Subject: Instrument Panel (IP) Gauges>/Gauges Difficult to Read or See, Poor Backlighting (Replace IP and Program)

 

 

Models: 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe

 

2007 GMC Sierra, Sierra Denali, Yukon, Yukon Denali, Yukon XL, Yukon Denali XL

 

Condition:

Some customers may comment that the instrument panel (IP) gauges are difficult to read due to poor backlighting. This condition does not affect the IP cluster operation.

 

Correction:

Important:

 

• DO NOT program the service software into existing 2007 clusters. The service software is designed to work only with the 2008 cluster hardware, which includes a new microprocessor.

 

• For IP clusters replaced/programmed due to a customer concern of poor backlighting, warranty claims must be submitted using the labor operation listed in this bulletin. Refer to the Warranty Section for more information.

 

• Program the replacement IPC using TIS2WEB Pass-Thru Programming. Select "I/PC" from the Supported Controllers table in TIS2WEB to complete the programming. DO NOT select I/PC Set-up. Mileage and/or Engine Hours must be set by the ESC's prior to installing the IP in the vehicle.

 

• DENALI CUSTOMER'S ONLY - Please advise the customer that 2008 Denali clusters are not available. In order to correct this condition, a 2008 Yukon or Sierra cluster will have to be installed in the vehicle. The customer must advise the dealer whether they wish to keep the current 2007 Denali cluster or replace it with a 2008 Yukon or Sierra cluster (which will correct the condition).

 

 

Notice: Programming a 2007 cluster with the 2008 service software can drain the battery and potentially cause a "no start" condition.

 

If the customer is dissatisfied with the IP cluster visibility, the current (2007) cluster should be replaced with the 2008 hardware/software. Refer to the charts listed in the Parts Information section of this bulletin to determine the new IP cluster and software part numbers.

MS3DALE Senior Enthusiast

MS3DALE

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Does this apply to both dashes?

 

Should,Your dealer can check by looking at the service part number on your current cluster and seeing if theres a replacement cluster listed.

cwalcz Enthusiast

cwalcz

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Ok so it says that you may have to swap in the 08 hardware...does this include swapping the 6 gauge in place of the 4 gauge...I've heard both answers of yes and no whether or not this will work

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suprdav2

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No luck here. I've called 3 dealers nearby, and keep getting a run around by all of them, really sounding like they don't even want to touch it if it's going to be under warranty.

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