How to remove / solder a PLCC LED for gauge / hvac work PICS
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Hey guys. Just an update I am putting on all of my posts. Some of you swappers may know that the an7710sp power IC is no longer in production and not available anyplace in the usa. This was a wonderfull package size that was an exact match to the oem. Engifineer "Dave" did a great job locating it and figuring out the overall hvac mod so kudos to Dave!
This has caused a small delay in my shipping until a reliable alt was found and tested out. The new power ic is a bit larger but actually a tad quicker to install. I tested the chip thermally without a sink and it has no issues with the small requirements of the leds and is quite overbuilt! Since the original power ic has been axed, there may be different options people come up with. This is my choice to run with this package size and install method and it will be included in all of my kits. It will come pre-cut but not pre-bent as it could cause shipping issues in bubble envelopes. The legs are cake to bend with just your finger.
Below is an example of one of the chips I have been testing. The actual unit that will be in the kits is a different brand, but same chip basically
Excuse the small amout of flux on the board *LOL* Just a test unit!
This is what the new power ic will look like installed. Again this model number chip works perfect but is not the unit I will be including in the kits. Visually they are identicle. Also to note the center leg is bent the opposite way and is attached to the ground pad "common" for the old power IC. The mount is rock solid and there will be no issues.
This has caused a small delay in my shipping until a reliable alt was found and tested out. The new power ic is a bit larger but actually a tad quicker to install. I tested the chip thermally without a sink and it has no issues with the small requirements of the leds and is quite overbuilt! Since the original power ic has been axed, there may be different options people come up with. This is my choice to run with this package size and install method and it will be included in all of my kits. It will come pre-cut but not pre-bent as it could cause shipping issues in bubble envelopes. The legs are cake to bend with just your finger.
Below is an example of one of the chips I have been testing. The actual unit that will be in the kits is a different brand, but same chip basically
Excuse the small amout of flux on the board *LOL* Just a test unit!This is what the new power ic will look like installed. Again this model number chip works perfect but is not the unit I will be including in the kits. Visually they are identicle. Also to note the center leg is bent the opposite way and is attached to the ground pad "common" for the old power IC. The mount is rock solid and there will be no issues.
Normally I would say "if you cannot figure that part out, do not attempt the install... but if you want basic removal instructions.. Here ya go.
Gauge Cluster
1. Lower the steering wheel
2. Pull off plastic gauge surroung, literally pulls off.
3. Take out 1 phillips screw at the top of the cluster
4. Reach in and pull out the cluster
5. Unplug the cluster
HVAC
1. Take off your shift **** by twisting it counter clockwise many times.
2. Pull hard on the lower console towrds the back of the car and slightly up. Will pop out.
3. Unplug cig lighter from lower console
4. Shut the radio door
5. Pull off entire top console
6. Unplug hvac wire harness
7. Take out 6 screws that hold on the hvac unit.
8. Pull hard on the HVAC unit box "backside of console" and the temp **** will pop off
DOOR LOCKS
1. Use a very small flat blade screwdriver and insert between the rubber arm rest and the door locks panel.
2. Pry up with force being carefull not to mangle the edge of the rubber arm rest
3. Door lock will pop up and then simply unplug it.
STEERING CONTROLS
1. Disconnect the negative terminal of your battery.
2. Use a T30 torqs bit and loosen each t30 bolt located in the holes on each side of the steering wheel
3 Torqs bolts will be in TIGHT and usually let loose with a loud pop
4. Gently pull off the airbag but do NOT disconnect it.
5. Take out the one phillips screw holding in the steering wheel controls.
6 Pull out steering wheel controls and cut small zip tie holding the wire harness
7. Unplug it
8 Make SURE you do not pinch any wires when putting the airbag back on.
Gauge Cluster
1. Lower the steering wheel
2. Pull off plastic gauge surroung, literally pulls off.
3. Take out 1 phillips screw at the top of the cluster
4. Reach in and pull out the cluster
5. Unplug the cluster
HVAC
1. Take off your shift **** by twisting it counter clockwise many times.
2. Pull hard on the lower console towrds the back of the car and slightly up. Will pop out.
3. Unplug cig lighter from lower console
4. Shut the radio door
5. Pull off entire top console
6. Unplug hvac wire harness
7. Take out 6 screws that hold on the hvac unit.
8. Pull hard on the HVAC unit box "backside of console" and the temp **** will pop off
DOOR LOCKS
1. Use a very small flat blade screwdriver and insert between the rubber arm rest and the door locks panel.
2. Pry up with force being carefull not to mangle the edge of the rubber arm rest
3. Door lock will pop up and then simply unplug it.
STEERING CONTROLS
1. Disconnect the negative terminal of your battery.
2. Use a T30 torqs bit and loosen each t30 bolt located in the holes on each side of the steering wheel
3 Torqs bolts will be in TIGHT and usually let loose with a loud pop
4. Gently pull off the airbag but do NOT disconnect it.
5. Take out the one phillips screw holding in the steering wheel controls.
6 Pull out steering wheel controls and cut small zip tie holding the wire harness
7. Unplug it
8 Make SURE you do not pinch any wires when putting the airbag back on.
Bump from overseas! Sitting in Zurich Switzerland right now out on business. I will be back on or after March 12th. All orders as of Feb 29th shipped on time. My wife will be taking care of shipping for me before I arrive home so no delays! Thanks guys!
