How to Change the Color of Octavia's Instrument Panel Lights?
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To change the color of Octavia's instrument panel lights, you need to replace the bulbs. The specific steps are as follows: 1. Remove the decorative panel under the driver's side dashboard. Use a 13mm wrench or socket to remove the two screws on the steering column (the ones below do not need to be removed), then lower the steering wheel. 2. Remove the four screws on the outer decorative cover of the instrument panel, then remove the four fixing screws of the instrument panel. 3. Open the hood, pull out the speedometer cable connection, and push it firmly toward the cabin. 4. Carefully move the instrument panel out slightly at the right angle, then reach in with your right hand to unplug the three instrument panel connectors and the speedometer cable connector. Press down firmly on the clip to release it. Check the bulbs and reassemble in the reverse order. The Octavia is a compact sedan produced by SAIC Motor, with a body length, width, and height of 4675mm, 1814mm, and 1460mm respectively, and a wheelbase of 2686mm.
I modified the color of my Octavia's dashboard lights myself, which was a pretty fun project. The main method involves disassembling the dashboard cover and replacing it with LED bulbs of different colors. Remember to disconnect the negative battery terminal first—safety first, right? When buying LEDs, choose the matching model, such as SMD 3528 size. After switching to blue, driving at night feels much cooler. The steps are: unscrew, carefully pry open the panel, desolder the original bulbs and solder the new ones, test before reassembling. Make sure to have all the tools ready—small screwdrivers, soldering iron, etc. Incorrect operation might damage the circuit or bulbs and void the warranty, so watch tutorial videos before starting. The total cost is just a few dozen bucks, way cheaper than going to a shop. Personally, I recommend cool tones like blue or green—they're easier on the eyes.
