can anybody tell me where the instrument cluster lightbulbs are located on a 1996 4.3l v six? and if so how would i access them? Thank you in advance..

 

Behind the cluster in 1/4 turn twist lock sockets. You have to remove the cluster. In that model the bulbs are not removeable from the socket so I suggest going to a junkyard and getting the sockets from a 80s model GM that you can just replace the bulbs. Last time I checked the socket/bulb combo was like $12, you should be able to find a handful of those sockets at a yard for a few bucks and a 2 pack of either 168 (factory) or 194 (brighter) are like $2. You should be able to get the sockets and replace all bulbs for cheaper than 2 of the bulb/socket combos cost. I would suggest replacing all the lights while you have the dash out. If some of the bulbs still burn saving them for something easier to get to like side markers is cool but you don't wanna get it apart and in 2 weeks another bulb burns out.