Gauge Installation; Proper Mounting Of The Vdo Mechanical Temperature Gauge; Proper Installation Of Adapter And Heat Sensing Bulb - Siemens VDO Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

To Mount:
Slip Mounting Bracket
over studs on back
of gauge. Align
the gauge for
easy readability, then
tighten the nuts until
the gauge no longer
rotates in the
panel. Do Not
Overtighten.

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Proper installation of adapter and heat sensing bulb

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VDO North America warrants all merchandise against defects in factory workmanship and materials for a period of 24 months after purchase. This
warranty applies to the first retail purchaser and covers only those products exposed to normal use or service. Provisions of this warranty shall not
apply to a VDO product used for a purpose for which it is not designed, or which has been altered in any way that would be detrimental to the
performance or life of the product, or misapplication, misuse, negligence or accident. On any part or product found to be defective after examination
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North America assumes no responsibility for diagnosis, removal and/or installation labor, loss of vehicle use, loss of time, inconvenience or any other
consequential expenses. The warranties herin are in lieu of any other expressed or implied warranties, including any implied warranty of merchant-
ability or fitness, and any other obligation on the part of VDO North America, or selling dealer.
(NOTE: This is a “Limited Warranty” as defined by the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act of 1975.)
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Diagram D
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CAUTION: Read these instructions
thoroughly before making installation.
Do not deviate from assembly or wiring
instructions. Always disconnect battery
ground before making any electrical
connections. If in doubt, please contact
your dealer or VDO Instruments at 1-800-
265-1818.
General Information:
Your VDO mechanical temperature gauge
features the latest illumination technology
and a rugged design to insure years of du-
rable and reliable operation. These instru-
ments come with capillary tubing attached,
but may require adapters to complete in-
stallation with various engines. You may
purchase these adapters from your VDO
dealer.
CAUTION!!!
These instructions contain infor-
mation about gauges of different
sizes. You must determine the size
of your gauge before cutting any
holes!
Tools and Materials Needed For Installation:
16 Gauge stranded, insulated wire
Non-insulated ¼" spade connectors
2 ¹⁄₁₆" hole saw
Drill and drill bit set
Half-round file
Tape measure or ruler
Small tools: wrench or nut driver, utility
knife, pliers, etc.
Various engine adapters

Gauge Installation:

1. Insert the light bulb into the lamp
socket. Snap the socket into the socket
hole on the back of the gauge. (Diagram
A)
2. Select the location where you will mount
the gauge, and mark a center point.
3. Cut either a 2 ¹⁄₁₆" (52 mm) or a 2 ⁵⁄₈"
(66 mm) diameter hole, depending on
which gauge you are installing. Place the
instrument into the hole. If the gauge is
too snug, use a file to slightly enlarge the
opening until the gauge fits properly. See
Diagram B.
4. Slip the mounting brackets over the
mounting bolts on the back of the gauge.
Screw on the accompanying nuts. Use a
wrench to tighten the nuts until the gauge
can no longer be rotated by hand. DO
NOT OVERTIGHTEN! (Diagram C)
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Parts List
Item Description Quantity
1. Temperature Gauge (2 ¹⁄₁₆" [52 mm] diameter) 1
or
Temperature Gauge (2 ⁵⁄₈" [52 mm] diameter) 1
2. Lamp Socket (Push in, wedge-type)
3. Light Bulb (12-volt / G.E. #158 or equivalent) 1
4. VDO Mounting Bracket and nuts
5. Installation Instructions
S ie m en s ® VDO
Mechanical Temperature Gauge
Installation Instructions
Instruction Sheet #0 515 012 109
Rev. 07/03
INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE INSTALLATION OF THE MECHANICAL TEMPERATURE
GAUGE ARE CONTAINED HEREIN. USE IS RESTRICTED TO 12-VOLT NEGATIVE
GROUND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS. LIGHT BULB, IF SUPPLIED, IS 12 VOLTS.
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