Automatic transmission indicator Bulb Out

[Bebo0001]

I did a search and didn't see anything. But how hard is it to change this bulb. I know the part number for the bulb, but is it an easy change or will there be a risk of breaking the center console trying to get to it.

[WishIHad$$$]

You mean the bulb that tells you what gear you're in? Just pull out the console, the wire is connected to it. twist and the clip comes out, pull out the bulb and put the new one in.

[Bebo0001]

Cool I didn't know if it was like the Radio, and you had to break into it

[Dan Vincent]

A more detailed explanation...

First, engage the parking brake.

Next, shift into 1st gear and take a screwdriver and pry out the staple holding the shift knob in place. Remove the shift knob and store the staple with it nearby.

Open up the center console lid and remove the change holder. Underneath the change holder are two hex nuts, I don't know the exact size, but they're fairly small. Unscrew them and then take off the console top.

There'll be a wire going into the upper console lid that you just removed (where the shift plate is). Twist this and the bulb holder will come out. Yank out the old bulb and put in a new one, then screw it back in and reverse what you just did.

Sometimes the holder ocmes unscrewed and the bulb isn't actually dead (this happened to me). If that's the case, just twist the bulb holder back into place. If the bulb is indeed dead, replace it with a #73 instrument panel bulb (NOT a 74). This is the only place where this bulb occurs in the car, FWIW.

[Bebo0001]

Thanks for the Info

[00firebird]

where on the dash does it tell you what gear youre in? i either have my bulb out too or its not on my firebird, lol.

[00firebird]

or are you talking about lights by the shifter? i need to replace these if there are any, cuz at nighti always have to turn on my domes to check what gear i am in, its stupid

[Dan Vincent]

Originally posted by 00firebird:
or are you talking about lights by the shifter? i need to replace these if there are any, cuz at nighti always have to turn on my domes to check what gear i am in, its stupid

Yes, the lights are in the shifter.

[00firebird]

well then damn i need one.
where can i get one? can I get a neon led?

[ellik]

its a quick enough dismantle of the console. Stick a screwdriver in your pocket.... NOT your front pocket. ouch!! better yet, just place it on the passenger seat. Drive to Advance/ AutoZone, or any auto parts store. take 5 minutes to pull the shifter plate off. Take out the light, walk into store and ask them for a bulb to match. Any of those places should carry them.

[Bebo0001]

Not the back Pocket eather or you will be posting how to repair you seat. LOL

[00firebird]

fyi you need a 9/32 nut to take off the screws under coin holder thing. (thought id save you guys 20 minutes of size searching, lol)

Can someone tell me where the bulb is? i cannot find it. i ripped apart the console and everything. i will be posting pictures later

[chas]

the bulb information (type/size) is listed on a sticky thread in the electronics forum.

[ellik]

the bulb is directly under the piece of the sifter plate that says 'P R D 3 2 1'

[00firebird]

i looked and it doesnt seem like that part comes off from the white part. pic [3&4]

http://www.camarov6.com/ubb/ultimate...c;f=1;t=014337

[ January 06, 2005, 05:23 PM: Message edited by: 00firebird ]