ok....is it possible for you to send me a photo of the cluster when the lights are on...i wanna see how dim are they?
changing bulbs is not difficult at all but first you need to get the bulbs. there are two screws usually on the top portion of the trim piece surrounding the cluster. u pull that piece out and then unscrew the cluster by removing four screws on each side (this is typical of most honda vehicles)
once the screws are gone....pull the cluster towards you and unplug about 3-4 wire harness switches from the back. the whole cluster will become free.
look at the back...u will see the bulbs right there.
i think its time for another DIY on this...haha