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Old Jan 5, 2020 | 04:57 AM
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Hi,

Anyone know how to replace the light bulb inside the control button?
because all bulbs is blown Except one of them is ok.


 
Old Jan 5, 2020 | 09:47 AM
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Probably easier to just replace the button assemblies.
 
Old Jan 5, 2020 | 11:17 AM
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I've done it. I consulted a thread here posted by another member. When I get to my computer I can share the link and my notes.
 
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Here is the thread you should read that I think covers all the bases. https://blazerforum.com/forum/lighti...s-96096/page2/

Be careful taking the switch body apart. You have to pry it open and you can break the plastic tabs if you are not careful. I set of jeweler's screwdrivers to use as mini-prybars is useful.

And FYI, the bulbs I used seemed a bit on the dim side but then I realized you will only want to use these controls using your peripheral vision so that you likely won't want them too bright. Instead bright enough to see where they are (instead of actually reading them) is sufficient; at least for me.

Good Luck. Keep us posted and be sure to ask questions.
 
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And here are my notes on the bulbs in the remote radio control. I also have info on the OEM radio bulbs.Remote Steering Wheel Radio Controls
  • replacement bulbs used:
    • Mouser.com part number 560-23, JKL 23
      • size: T-1,
      • voltage/current rating: 14 V/40 mA
      • MSCP: 0.15
      • filament type: C-2F
      • average life hours rating: 16,000 hours
    • alternate bulbs: T-1
  • original bulb specs as measured
    • size: T-1
    • 14 V/39 mA
    • filament type: C-2V (supported)

 
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Thank you christine I will try to replace the bulbs after two days, but I have question about remove the bulb from pcb there is no solder on the back ?
 
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Originally Posted by jimmy_for_ever
Thank you christine I will try to replace the bulbs after two days, but I have question about remove the bulb from pcb there is no solder on the back ?
The instructions I posted are kind of buried in my old post. Here is the pertinent quote:

They are easy to remove from the small circuit boards. Just apply heat from the tip of a soldering iron to the solder pads on either side of the bulb base/holder. Once removed from the PCB, the bulbs pull out of their little off-white plastic holders. Then you peel off the blue silicone bulb cover and transfer it to a new bulb.
 
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Originally Posted by christine_208
The instructions I posted are kind of buried in my old post. Here is the pertinent quote:

They are easy to remove from the small circuit boards. Just apply heat from the tip of a soldering iron to the solder pads on either side of the bulb base/holder. Once removed from the PCB, the bulbs pull out of their little off-white plastic holders. Then you peel off the blue silicone bulb cover and transfer it to a new bulb.
Hi,

Today I pull them out from my car but the problem is which side I should push the plastic lock?





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Originally Posted by jimmy_for_ever
Hi,

Today I pull them out from my car but the problem is which side I should push the plastic lock?


thank you
To answer your question, I think you want to push in the tab that is above the blade of your small screw-driver blade; i.e. put the screw driver blade on the other side of the tab and push in a bit on the tab where I marked with the arrow. As you try to push in the tab, you will also pull the outer part out a bit. This broke on one of mine. (But also see below for more pics)




Below are pics from when I did mine. I thought I had lost them!

But perhaps better are the comments on this thread that I had started and in which Blazen_Red_4x4 added some great comments.
https://blazerforum.com/forum/lighti...ol-leds-96096/




 
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