{"title":"Other speedometer spare parts","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndividual parts for Mercedes instrument clusters\u003c\/strong\u003e – potentiometers for the speedometer lighting, outside temperature gauges and more for W124, W201, W116, W126, W463 and R107.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGenuine VDO and Motometer parts from tested instruments – often the only source once a part is long out of production new. A faulty dimmer or a failed outside temperature gauge can be fixed affordably this way.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCan't find the right part, or would rather not wrench on it yourself? We also repair your instrument cluster completely: 0179 8991069 (Mon–Fri 8 am–6 pm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible model series:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/w124\"\u003eW124\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/w201\"\u003eW201\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/w126\"\u003eW126\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/w463-g-klasse\"\u003eW463\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/w107-r107\"\u003eW107 \/ R107\u003c\/a\u003e. Related: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tacho-kombiinstrumente\"\u003eSpeedometers \u0026amp; instrument clusters\u003c\/a\u003e. Complete overhaul: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/tacho-reparatur\"\u003eInstrument cluster repair\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"w124-w463-potentiometer-poti-dimmer-tachobeleuchtung-0005423825-mercedes-vdo","title":"W124 W463 potentiometer pot dimmer instrument lighting 0005423825 Mercedes VDO","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"background:#242833;border-radius:8px;padding:18px 20px;margin:0 0 14px;color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#c69a3a;\"\u003eOriginal VDO potentiometer (dimmer) for the instrument lighting – fits Mercedes W124 and W463.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;color:#cfd3dc;\"\u003eGenuine part  ·  Fits Mercedes W124 and W463  ·  \u003cstrong style=\"color:#c69a3a;\"\u003eUsed genuine part\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f5f6f8;border-left:4px solid #c69a3a;border-radius:8px;padding:14px 18px;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px;font-weight:700;\"\u003eCondition of this part\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eUsed genuine part, personally tested, working. Age-appropriate signs of storage and use possible – the photos show the outward condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 10px 8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;white-space:nowrap;vertical-align:top;\"\u003ePart number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;\"\u003eA0005423825\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 10px 8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;white-space:nowrap;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;\"\u003eVDO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 10px 8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;white-space:nowrap;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;\"\u003eMercedes W124 and W463 (G-Class), all models\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 10px 8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;white-space:nowrap;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eScope of delivery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;\"\u003eAs pictured\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated categories:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tacho-kombiinstrumente\"\u003eSpeedometers \u0026amp; instrument clusters\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/w124\"\u003eW124\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/weitere-tachoersatzteile\"\u003eOther speedometer spare parts\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/w463-g-klasse\"\u003eW463 (G-Class)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this part fit your car?\u003c\/strong\u003e Send us the VIN (chassis number) and model year – we'll check it for free: \u003ca href=\"tel:+491798991069\"\u003e0179 8991069\u003c\/a\u003e (Mon–Fri 8 am–6 pm) or via our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/contact?thema=Ersatzteil\"\u003econtact form\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKFZTeile-Thot\u003c\/strong\u003e specialises in spare parts for Mercedes classic cars. Free shipping within Germany, 60-day return policy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VDO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54199031300425,"sku":"60354","price":34.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/5344\/8777\/files\/57_0d1ca48d-36e9-4e37-8fdf-a4f067784d59.jpg?v=1776239255"},{"product_id":"mercedes-w201-190-poti-dimmer-potentiometer-tachobeleuchtung-0005423295","title":"Mercedes W201 190 Potentiometer Dimmer Potentiometer Speedometer Lighting 0005423295","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"background:#242833;border-radius:8px;padding:18px 20px;margin:0 0 14px;color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#c69a3a;\"\u003eOriginal Mercedes-Benz potentiometer dimmer speedometer lighting for W201 (190) – part number A0005423925.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;color:#cfd3dc;\"\u003eGenuine part  ·  Fits W201  ·  \u003cstrong style=\"color:#c69a3a;\"\u003eTested\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f5f6f8;border-left:4px solid #c69a3a;border-radius:8px;padding:14px 18px;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px;font-weight:700;\"\u003eCondition of this part\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eTested, works. Minor scratches and further signs of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 10px 8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;white-space:nowrap;vertical-align:top;\"\u003ePart number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;\"\u003eA0005423925\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 10px 8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;white-space:nowrap;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;\"\u003eW201 (all 190 models)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 10px 8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;white-space:nowrap;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eScope of delivery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;\"\u003eAs pictured\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated categories:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tacho-kombiinstrumente\"\u003eSpeedometers \u0026amp; instrument clusters\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/w201\"\u003eW201\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/weitere-tachoersatzteile\"\u003eOther speedometer spare parts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this part fit your car?\u003c\/strong\u003e Send us the VIN (chassis number) and model year – we'll check it for free: \u003ca href=\"tel:+491798991069\"\u003e0179 8991069\u003c\/a\u003e (Mon–Fri 8 am–6 pm) or via our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/contact?thema=Ersatzteil\"\u003econtact form\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKFZTeile-Thot\u003c\/strong\u003e specialises in spare parts for Mercedes classic cars. Free shipping within Germany, 60-day return policy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercedes-Benz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54199110828361,"sku":"60166","price":34.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/5344\/8777\/files\/57_79d352b4-7bc4-46b8-904d-ad19bde8b2a8.jpg?v=1776241134"},{"product_id":"mercedes-w201-poti-dimmer-potentiometer-tachobeleuchtung-0005423295-vdo-190","title":"Mercedes W201 Potentiometer Dimmer Potentiometer Speedometer Lighting 0005423295 VDO 190","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"background:#242833;border-radius:8px;padding:18px 20px;margin:0 0 14px;color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#c69a3a;\"\u003eOriginal Mercedes-Benz W201 potentiometer dimmer speedometer lighting VDO – part number A0005423925.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;color:#cfd3dc;\"\u003eGenuine part  ·  Fits W201  ·  \u003cstrong style=\"color:#c69a3a;\"\u003eTested\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f5f6f8;border-left:4px solid #c69a3a;border-radius:8px;padding:14px 18px;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px;font-weight:700;\"\u003eCondition of this part\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eTested, working, minor scratches, further signs of use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 10px 8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;white-space:nowrap;vertical-align:top;\"\u003ePart number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;\"\u003eA0005423925\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 10px 8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;white-space:nowrap;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;\"\u003eVDO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 10px 8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;white-space:nowrap;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;\"\u003eW201 (all 190 models)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 10px 8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;white-space:nowrap;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eScope of delivery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;\"\u003eAs pictured\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated categories:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tacho-kombiinstrumente\"\u003eSpeedometers \u0026amp; instrument clusters\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/w201\"\u003eW201\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/weitere-tachoersatzteile\"\u003eOther speedometer spare parts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this part fit your car?\u003c\/strong\u003e Send us the VIN (chassis number) and model year – we'll check it for free: \u003ca href=\"tel:+491798991069\"\u003e0179 8991069\u003c\/a\u003e (Mon–Fri 8 am–6 pm) or via our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/contact?thema=Ersatzteil\"\u003econtact form\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKFZTeile-Thot\u003c\/strong\u003e specialises in spare parts for Mercedes classic cars. Free shipping within Germany, 60-day return policy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VDO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54199291019593,"sku":"60167","price":34.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/5344\/8777\/files\/57_8e279053-83ee-46e0-8fa4-8c341e09ca40.jpg?v=1776242640"},{"product_id":"mercedes-w201-poti-dimmer-potentiometer-tachobeleuchtung-0005423295-vdo-191","title":"Mercedes W201 Potentiometer Dimmer Potentiometer Speedometer Lighting 0005423295 VDO 190","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"background:#242833;border-radius:8px;padding:18px 20px;margin:0 0 14px;color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#c69a3a;\"\u003eGenuine Mercedes-Benz dimmer potentiometer (VDO) for the instrument lighting, part number A 000 542 39 25, for the W201.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;color:#cfd3dc;\"\u003eGenuine VDO part for Mercedes-Benz  ·  Function tested  ·  \u003cstrong style=\"color:#c69a3a;\"\u003eFits all W201\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f5f6f8;border:1px solid #e3e5e9;border-radius:999px;padding:5px 12px;margin:0 6px 6px 0;font-size:14px;\"\u003e✓ Function tested\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f5f6f8;border-left:4px solid #c69a3a;border-radius:8px;padding:14px 18px;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px;font-weight:700;\"\u003eCondition of this part\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eThe potentiometer was personally tested before sale and works. It shows small scratches and other signs of use typical for its age; as a used item, additional age-related signs of storage and use may occur (see product photos).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:22px 0 8px;\"\u003eCompatible vehicles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits: all W201 (model series 201). According to the vehicle compatibility table, the component covers all gasoline and diesel models from model years 10\/1982 to 08\/1993, including the 16V models up to the Evolution II.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe OE\/OEM reference number of this potentiometer is A 000 542 39 25 (Mercedes-Benz \/ VDO).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this part fit your car?\u003c\/strong\u003e Send us the VIN (chassis number) and model year – we'll check it for free: \u003ca href=\"tel:+491798991069\"\u003e0179 8991069\u003c\/a\u003e (Mon–Fri 8 am–6 pm) or via our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/contact?thema=Ersatzteil\"\u003econtact form\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:22px 0 8px;\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the potentiometer new or used?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eThis is a used genuine part. It was personally tested before sale and works; small scratches and other signs of use typical for its age are present (see product photos).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich W201 does the potentiometer fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eFor all W201, according to the vehicle compatibility table for model years 10\/1982 to 08\/1993, both gasoline and diesel models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I install the potentiometer myself?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eThe replacement is carried out on the instrument cluster and should be performed by trained personnel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated categories:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tacho-kombiinstrumente\"\u003eSpeedometers \u0026amp; instrument clusters\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/w201\"\u003eW201\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/weitere-tachoersatzteile\"\u003eOther speedometer spare parts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKFZTeile-Thot\u003c\/strong\u003e specialises in spare parts for Mercedes classic cars. Free shipping within Germany, 60-day return policy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VDO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54850903572809,"sku":"60303","price":24.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/5344\/8777\/files\/57_062c9fca-7bff-438a-84c5-09182f561f7d.jpg?v=1787305963"},{"product_id":"mercedes-w201-190-poti-dimmer-tachobeleuchtung-a0005423925-potentiometer","title":"Mercedes W201 190 potentiometer dimmer instrument lighting A0005423925 potentiometer","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"background:#242833;border-radius:8px;padding:18px 20px;margin:0 0 14px;color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#c69a3a;\"\u003eGenuine potentiometer (dimmer) for the speedometer\/instrument lighting of the Mercedes-Benz 190 (W201), part number A0005423925.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;color:#cfd3dc;\"\u003eGenuine part  ·  Fits Mercedes-Benz 190 (W201)  ·  \u003cstrong style=\"color:#c69a3a;\"\u003eFor speedometer\/instrument lighting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f5f6f8;border-left:4px solid #c69a3a;border-radius:8px;padding:14px 18px;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px;font-weight:700;\"\u003eCondition of this part\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eUsed, with age- and use-appropriate signs. Details see product photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:22px 0 8px;\"\u003eFunction and location\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis part is the genuine potentiometer (pot\/dimmer) for the speedometer or instrument lighting. This component controls the brightness of the lighting in the instrument cluster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe installation location is the dashboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:22px 0 8px;\"\u003eHow can you tell a potentiometer (dimmer) is faulty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe speedometer\/instrument lighting can no longer be dimmed steplessly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe lighting flickers or cuts out at certain dial positions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe dial is stiff, scratches, or jumps between bright and dark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe instrument lighting stays permanently at one brightness level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:22px 0 8px;\"\u003eCompatible vehicles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercedes-Benz 190 (W201)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart number:\u003c\/strong\u003e A0005423925, corresponding to 000 542 39 25.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f5f6f8;border-left:4px solid #c69a3a;border-radius:8px;padding:14px 18px;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px;font-weight:700;\"\u003e⚠ Important: compare the part number before buying\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eCarefully match part number A0005423925 (000 542 39 25) with your old part before buying, to avoid confusion with a similar potentiometer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this part fit your car?\u003c\/strong\u003e Send us the VIN (chassis number) and model year – we'll check it for free: \u003ca href=\"tel:+491798991069\"\u003e0179 8991069\u003c\/a\u003e (Mon–Fri 8 am–6 pm) or via our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/contact?thema=Ersatzteil\"\u003econtact form\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:22px 0 8px;\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's included in the scope of delivery?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eThe scope of delivery is shown in the product photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat condition is the part in?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eThis is a used genuine part with age- and use-appropriate signs, see photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the potentiometer also fit other model series?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eThe fit is stated for the Mercedes-Benz 190 (W201). Please compare part number A0005423925 with your vehicle before buying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated categories:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tacho-kombiinstrumente\"\u003eSpeedometers \u0026amp; instrument clusters\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/w201\"\u003eW201\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/weitere-tachoersatzteile\"\u003eOther speedometer spare parts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKFZTeile-Thot\u003c\/strong\u003e specialises in spare parts for Mercedes classic cars. Free shipping within Germany, 60-day return policy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercedes-Benz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54850920448329,"sku":"60302","price":24.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/5344\/8777\/files\/57_c1b56135-743b-4764-b7bf-6b0174dad379.jpg?v=1787303966"},{"product_id":"mercedes-w124-poti-dimmer-tachobeleuchtung-potentiometer-0005423825-uberholt-vdo","title":"Mercedes W124 potentiometer dimmer instrument lighting potentiometer 0005423825 refurbished VDO","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"background:#242833;border-radius:8px;padding:18px 20px;margin:0 0 14px;color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#c69a3a;\"\u003eRemanufactured potentiometer (brightness control\/dimmer) for the instrument lighting, part number 0005423825, for Mercedes W124 and W463 G-Class.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;color:#cfd3dc;\"\u003eCompletely disassembled and refurbished  ·  Tested under load – continuously variable from dark to bright  ·  \u003cstrong style=\"color:#c69a3a;\"\u003e5-year warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f5f6f8;border:1px solid #e3e5e9;border-radius:999px;padding:5px 12px;margin:0 6px 6px 0;font-size:14px;\"\u003e✓ Function tested (under load)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f5f6f8;border:1px solid #e3e5e9;border-radius:999px;padding:5px 12px;margin:0 6px 6px 0;font-size:14px;\"\u003e✓ Continuously variable from dark to bright, no flickering\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f5f6f8;border-left:4px solid #c69a3a;border-radius:8px;padding:14px 18px;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px;font-weight:700;\"\u003e5-year warranty on this refurbished part\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eShould there be a problem: send in the part – we will repair or replace it. In addition, a 60-day return policy and free shipping within Germany apply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:22px 0 8px;\"\u003eFunction and location\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe potentiometer is the brightness control (dimmer) for the instrument lighting. On the W124 and the W463, the entire instrument lighting runs through this single component; after decades, the contacts inside oxidize, causing the connections to develop contact resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe potentiometer sits in the instrument cluster and is simply plugged in – nothing needs to be soldered on the vehicle. Remove the instrument cluster, swap the potentiometer, done; usually a matter of around 20 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:22px 0 8px;\"\u003eUsed part or refurbished part?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this, we completely disassembled the potentiometer and cleaned and refurbished the housing and metal parts:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 10px 8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;\"\u003eStandard used part\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;\"\u003eThis refurbished part\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px 8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eWiper track and contacts oxidized, installed untested\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eWiper track and contacts cleaned and de-oxidized\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px 8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eContact points with unknown contact resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eContact points re-soldered – the typical cause of failure fixed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px 8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eOld contact grease, control often sticky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eNew contact grease, smooth turning feel over the entire range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px 8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eCondition untested at installation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eFunction test under load across the entire adjustment range: no flickering, no dropouts, continuously variable from dark to bright\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:22px 0 8px;\"\u003eHow can you tell a potentiometer (dimmer) is faulty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe instrument lighting flickers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt suddenly goes dark when turning the control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe lighting fails completely\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt can no longer be adjusted continuously\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the vast majority of cases, it is not the instrument cluster that is faulty, but precisely this potentiometer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:22px 0 8px;\"\u003eCompatible vehicles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMercedes-Benz W124, S124, C124 and A124 (models 200 D to 500 E) as well as W463 G-Class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart numbers:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0005423825 \/ A0005423825. The potentiometer was manufactured by Kirsten for VDO; depending on the model year, the housing is marked VDO or KIRSTEN – both are the same genuine part with the same part number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this part fit your car?\u003c\/strong\u003e Send us the VIN (chassis number) and model year – we'll check it for free: \u003ca href=\"tel:+491798991069\"\u003e0179 8991069\u003c\/a\u003e (Mon–Fri 8 am–6 pm) or via our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/contact?thema=Ersatzteil\"\u003econtact form\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:22px 0 8px;\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does VDO appear on some potentiometers and KIRSTEN on others?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eThe potentiometer was manufactured by Kirsten on behalf of VDO. Depending on the model year, the housing is marked VDO or KIRSTEN – it is the same genuine part with the same part number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow involved is the installation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eThe potentiometer is simply plugged in, nothing needs to be soldered on the vehicle. Remove the instrument cluster, swap the potentiometer, done – usually a matter of around 20 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's included in the scope of delivery?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003e1x remanufactured potentiometer, part number 0005423825.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated categories:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tacho-kombiinstrumente\"\u003eSpeedometers \u0026amp; instrument clusters\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/w124\"\u003eW124\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/weitere-tachoersatzteile\"\u003eOther speedometer spare parts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKFZTeile-Thot\u003c\/strong\u003e specialises in spare parts for Mercedes classic cars. Free shipping within Germany, 60-day return policy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VDO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55058375213385,"sku":"60354-G","price":89.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/5344\/8777\/files\/57_1c2ef6ed-1264-4dd9-b30a-199f674d528f.png?v=1786703278"},{"product_id":"mercedes-w201-190-poti-dimmer-tachobeleuchtung-potentiometer-0005423925-uberholt","title":"Mercedes W201 190 potentiometer dimmer instrument lighting potentiometer 0005423925 refurbished","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"background:#242833;border-radius:8px;padding:18px 20px;margin:0 0 14px;color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#c69a3a;\"\u003eGenuine Mercedes-Benz potentiometer (brightness control\/dimmer) for the instrument lighting of the W201 190, remanufactured, part number 0005423925 \/ A0005423925.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;color:#cfd3dc;\"\u003eGenuine part  ·  Fully refurbished  ·  \u003cstrong style=\"color:#c69a3a;\"\u003e5-year warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f5f6f8;border:1px solid #e3e5e9;border-radius:999px;padding:5px 12px;margin:0 6px 6px 0;font-size:14px;\"\u003e✓ Function tested\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f5f6f8;border:1px solid #e3e5e9;border-radius:999px;padding:5px 12px;margin:0 6px 6px 0;font-size:14px;\"\u003e✓ Tested under load: no flickering, no dropouts\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f5f6f8;border-left:4px solid #c69a3a;border-radius:8px;padding:14px 18px;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px;font-weight:700;\"\u003e5-year warranty on this refurbished part\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eShould there be a problem: send in the part – we will repair or replace it. In addition, a 60-day return policy and free shipping within Germany apply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:22px 0 8px;\"\u003eFunction and location\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eThe potentiometer is the brightness control (dimmer) for the instrument lighting of the 190 – the entire instrument lighting runs through this single control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eIt sits on the instrument cluster and is plugged in, nothing needs to be soldered on the vehicle. To replace it, the instrument cluster is removed and the potentiometer is swapped – usually a matter of 20 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:22px 0 8px;\"\u003eUsed part or refurbished part?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 10px 8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;\"\u003eStandard used part\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;\"\u003eThis refurbished part\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px 8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eWiper track and contacts of unknown condition, installed untested\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eCompletely disassembled, wiper track and contacts cleaned and de-oxidized\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px 8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eTypical cause of failure at the contact points untreated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eContact points re-soldered – fixes the typical cause of failure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px 8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eOld or missing contact grease, turning feel uncertain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eNew contact grease, smooth turning feel over the entire adjustment range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px 8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eFunction untested\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e5e9;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eFunction test under load across the entire adjustment range: no flickering, no dropouts, continuously adjustable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:22px 0 8px;\"\u003eHow can you tell a potentiometer (dimmer) is faulty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 16px;padding-left:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe instrument lighting flickers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe lighting suddenly goes dark when turning the control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe lighting fails completely\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe brightness can no longer be adjusted continuously\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eIn the vast majority of cases, it is not the instrument cluster that is faulty, but precisely this potentiometer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:22px 0 8px;\"\u003eCompatible vehicles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eMercedes-Benz 190 (W201), model years 1982 to 1993 – from the 190 D to the 190 E 2.5-16 Evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0005423925, also listed as A0005423925.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this part fit your car?\u003c\/strong\u003e Send us the VIN (chassis number) and model year – we'll check it for free: \u003ca href=\"tel:+491798991069\"\u003e0179 8991069\u003c\/a\u003e (Mon–Fri 8 am–6 pm) or via our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/contact?thema=Ersatzteil\"\u003econtact form\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:22px 0 8px;\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's included in the scope of delivery?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003e1x remanufactured genuine potentiometer (part number 0005423925 \/ A0005423925).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow involved is the installation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eThe potentiometer is simply plugged in, nothing needs to be soldered on the vehicle. Remove the instrument cluster, swap the potentiometer, done – usually a matter of 20 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to send in my old potentiometer or pay a deposit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eNo. There is no core buy-back and no deposit – your defective part stays with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated categories:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tacho-kombiinstrumente\"\u003eSpeedometers \u0026amp; instrument clusters\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/w201\"\u003eW201\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/weitere-tachoersatzteile\"\u003eOther speedometer spare parts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKFZTeile-Thot\u003c\/strong\u003e specialises in spare parts for Mercedes classic cars. 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