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Old 02-21-2009, 08:06 PM   #1 (permalink)
 
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Hello SMART People,

I have a 2008 SMART Passion coupe. I would like to install the tachometer & clock set on the dash.

Is there a source for the gauges other than the dealer?

Is the car pre-wired for the gauges?

How do I remove the radio cover to install?

Inquiring minds want to know...

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Old 02-21-2009, 08:19 PM   #2 (permalink)
 
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Pull out the button bank by slowly wiggling it up and down while pulling it out. Behind it there is a Torx screw. Undo it, but BE CAREFUL or it can slide back into the dash. On the top of the radio surround there are 2 clips. Put your hand in the middle and carefully pull up and out. The surround clips out. Then you'll see the pre-wiring for the Tach and Clock. Just wire it up and install the tach/clock with the included screwed. On the inside of the top end of the radio surround there are 2 slight outlines (if that makes sense). Cut these out with a dremel or something similar. Then just pop the radio surround back on and you're good to go!

If you don't want to buy via the dealer you can get them here, as well as some other places,

http://www.smartmadness.com/servlet/...nt-Pods/Detail

This guide may help on the install,

http://fq101.co.uk/451interior_pods.asp


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Old 02-21-2009, 08:34 PM   #3 (permalink)
 
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Sun Diego is exactly right. Saw a set this morning at smartmadness...
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Ordered mine from here. 30% cheaper than U.S. dealer. Plug and play.

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