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A few weeks ago I observed that the clock light in my car (Dasher-1) had gone out. That meant I could no longer tell the time, when it was dark outside. The clock uses an LCD display, so when it’s dark outside, I need the light to read it.
I feared I would need to replace the whole clock ($40+). After all, the light might be integral to the clock. I really miss not being able to see the time, when I’m in the car.
I did some digging today and discovered the light bulb can be replaced. I have the official manual for the vehicle. In the manual they show how to remove the clock with only a small screwdriver as a pry tool. They do warn you to be very careful to not mar the surfaces.
Today, with documentation in hand, I went to Dasher-1 to try. Surprisingly the clock popped out into my hand with very little effort. After a little inspection, what I thought was a screw on the back of the clock, I found was the light bulb.
I removed it. It is VERY tiny. The bulb itself if only a little larger than a pinhead. The plastic holder for the bulb is about the size of the head of a No. 8 pan head screw.
I called the dealership and they had one in stock with more on order. $3.15 later I had replaced the tiny tiny bulb and my clock is as good as new.
This little project has given me another tiny project. The indicator light on the cruise control does not work. My research indicates that my also only need a new bulb. Now if I can just figure out how to remove the switch.
Posted by Ted at October 23, 2004 8:54 PM