Temperature Gauge LED retro illumination - aeonSolutions/AeonLabs-AI-Volvo-MKII-Open-Hardware GitHub Wiki
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Last change 29-03-2024
status: M.V.P. NOW SELLING on Tindie.com
This is a PCB made to fit the temperature gauge in the instrument cluster to replace the traditional filament bulb with LED retro illumination. It is compatible with Volvo S60, S80, V70, XC70 and XC90 from 1998 to 2005.
Figure 1 - 3D rendering of the PCB addon
Interactive view of the PCB Layout
Interactive view of the circuit schematic
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The gauge dials are being sold as a kit, meaning, the buyer will have to do soldering and component assembly, and there's also the option of fully assembled and ready to be installed on the buyer's dashboard dials. Don't forget to view the LED add-on for the rear back doors.
Figure 2 - the PCB installed on the back of the Temperature Gauge
To order and buy, go to my store on Tindie.com.
For technical support during installation send me a message on WhatsApp +32 471 632 520.
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To buy the LEDs compatible with the factory hardware electronics I recommend the ones sold on AliExpress ( click here ). These LEDs are a direct fit and replacement of the original Volvo light bulbs. For detailed instructions on how to do the LED retrofitting and also technical assistance send me a message on WhatsApp +32 471 632 520. Thank you ð.
The full upgrade is completed with the installation of the front enclosure, one with a backlit LED built into it at the top. You will find one on newer models 2005 onwards and also on the R models 2004 onwards.
Figure 4 - An Instruments Cluster with RGB LED upgrade
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