Fan speed bulb

[Sebu]

I have a 2006 Signature Edition. The light behind the fan speed died. The fuses are ok, so I am interested in disassembling the dashboard and replacing the light bulb. How do I do this?

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[dcotter0579]

Note the plastic bezel that surrounds the radio and heater controls. Using your fingers, pull straight out on that bezel from the bottom. It will pop. Then with a plastic trim tool or a wooden paint stirrer, carefully pry the bezel off. There are six clips that hold it in place. They make a scary noise as they unclip, but if you work with care you should have no problem popping the bezel out. The heater controls come with it, so you'll need to reach around behind and unclip the cables from the heater control, then the bezel comes completely out. Look at the back of the heater controls. You will see three round objects in shallow recesses. The round objects are the bulb mounts. Using a flat bladed screwdriver, unscrew the bulb closest to the fan control one quarter turn and it will come out. The bulb and mount are one unit. You can only get a replacement at the dealer. Auto parts stores do not sell them, the bulb does not separate from the mounting base.
When replacing the bezel, re-attach the wires and make sure all the clips are lined up, then just snap it in place.
This is an easy job and you should have no trouble with it.

[Sebu]

Originally Posted by dcotter0579

Note the plastic bezel that surrounds the radio and heater controls. Using your fingers, pull straight out on that bezel from the bottom. It will pop. Then with a plastic trim tool or a wooden paint stirrer, carefully pry the bezel off. There are six clips that hold it in place. They make a scary noise as they unclip, but if you work with care you should have no problem popping the bezel out. The heater controls come with it, so you'll need to reach around behind and unclip the cables from the heater control, then the bezel comes completely out. Look at the back of the heater controls. You will see three round objects in shallow recesses. The round objects are the bulb mounts. Using a flat bladed screwdriver, unscrew the bulb closest to the fan control one quarter turn and it will come out. The bulb and mount are one unit. You can only get a replacement at the dealer. Auto parts stores do not sell them, the bulb does not separate from the mounting base.
When replacing the bezel, re-attach the wires and make sure all the clips are lined up, then just snap it in place.
This is an easy job and you should have no trouble with it.

As a new member of this forum I am impressed of the quick reply. Thanks, will try.