Commodore dash

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Commodore dash

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I find the Nitrate Grey dash in my 2010 VE Commodore SSV nearly impossible to read and somewhat of a danger when attempting to drive within the speed limit and have to keep the digital speedo displayed. Twice I have contacted both the dealer and GM, but with no satisfaction. In an attempt to make the dash readable I have modified a plastic magnifying sheet to clip in, and despite driving with the parkers on, it is still borderline, particularly when the sun shines onto the dash. What remedy does one have to overcome this safety issue?

Answered by CarsGuide

10 February 2011

CarsGuide team

This is a hobbyhorse of mine, as I think the designers in this case have put form before function, and I agree with you the instruments are hard to read. Putting the low beam lights on makes it a little easier, but doesn't fix the problem. Having the digital speed readout on, as you have done, is about the only solution for you, but if like me you don't like digital speed readouts you're out of luck. I urge people to check things like this when they test drive a car before purchase, that's the time to identify issues you might have with a car later on.

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