Overview

Transform your gauge cluster's green turn signal indicators to any color you desire. This creative modification uses colored plastic materials to customize your blinker indicators, creating a unique interior accent that perfectly matches your personal style.

Required Tools & Materials

🎨 Material Selection Guide

Key requirement: Material must be translucent enough for light transmission while maintaining color saturation.

Step 1: Gauge Cluster Access

Begin by removing dashboard components to access the gauge cluster (similar to other gauge cluster modifications):

Cover removal:

• Pop off long plastic cover around ignition keyhole and steering column
• Disconnect dimmer knob wiring harness
• Remove four screws from curved plastic piece over gauge cluster
• Two top screws require short Phillips or ratchet with Phillips bit
• Pull out plastic piece once screws are removed

Step 2: Gauge Cluster Removal

Cluster extraction:

• Remove four screws through white plastic piece of gauge cluster
• Cluster becomes loose - reach behind and disconnect three wiring harnesses
• Carefully maneuver gauge cluster out of dash opening

Take photos of harness connections for reassembly reference.

Step 3: Turn Signal Indicator Access

Cluster disassembly:

• Remove clear plastic cover and black plastic lining over gauges
• Components snap in/out after removing two Phillips screws
• Locate the two green turn signal indicator pieces
• Remove indicators by sliding thin object down side and pushing up/out
• Fingernail or Exacto knife works well for removal

These pieces pop out easily once you find the right technique.

Step 4: Custom Indicator Creation

Material preparation:

• Select your colored plastic material (1/16" thickness ideal)
• Use original green pieces as cutting templates
• Trace carefully to match original dimensions
• Cut new indicators as precisely as possible for proper fit

Creative material sources:

• Blue water bottle caps (as shown) for blue indicators
• Red sports drink caps for red indicators
• Any similar translucent plastic in desired color

Step 5: Paint Option (Clear Plastic)

If using clear plexiglass or transparent plastic:

Painting technique:

• Apply 2 light coats of translucent paint
• Testor's transparent candy apple red works excellent
• Allow proper drying time between coats
• Test light transmission before final installation

Paint advantages:

• Precise color control
• Professional appearance
• Wide color selection available

Step 6: Installation and Testing

Installation process:

• Place custom indicators in blinker holes
• Push down with thumb for snug, secure fit
• Verify indicators sit flush and properly aligned

Testing procedure:

• Reassemble gauge cluster temporarily
• Reconnect wiring harnesses
• Test turn signals for proper operation and color
• Verify both left and right indicators function correctly
• Check brightness and color saturation

Final assembly: Once satisfied with results, secure cluster and reinstall dashboard components.

🎯 Custom Results

💡 Pro Tips

• Precise cutting: Use original pieces as exact templates - fit is critical
• Light transmission: Test material transparency before cutting final pieces
• Thickness matters: 1/16" thickness provides best balance of strength and flexibility
• Stock bulbs work: No need to change bulbs - modification affects filter only
• Reversible mod: Keep original pieces in case you want to revert
• Color coordination: Consider matching other interior lighting modifications