Originally Posted by Dj_bosse

Getting the cluster out isn't difficult at all. Just have to take the front piece of the dash off, and there are four small screws in the corners of the cluster. And then an electrical connector on the back that's pretty easy to undo. The problem with switching a new cluster in is that you'll likely have to get your mileage programmed in (the mileage is typically stored in the cluster, not in the car's computer).

If you have any experience with a soldering iron, you can always try opening your cluster up to see if you can repair it (assuming the resistors are your problem). If you're open to buying a new cluster, then worst case scenario it's a bit of a learning experience for you should you not be able to get it back together. The only difficult part is putting the needles back on. When I did it, I wasn't smart enough to mark where the needles were in their "zero" position. So I had to manually re-calibrate based on speed sensor data and RPMs using a scan tool. Not impossible to do, but frustrating when you realize you're off by 2 mph.