Map Light Bulb: Service and Repair
READING LAMPBULB REMOVAL
NOTE:
- On vehicles equipped with an optional over-head console the standard front dome lamp is replaced by two combination dome and reading lamps that are integral to the console housing. Each of these lamps is controlled by the door ajar switches on the courtesy lamp circuit, but also are independently controlled by a switch that is activated by depressing the lamp lens. The bulb types and service procedures are identical for both of these lamps.
- The overhead console reading lamp switches and bulb holders are serviced as a unit with the over-head console wire harness.
1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
2. Remove the overhead console (3) from the headliner.
3. Firmly grasp the back of the reading lamp bulb socket (1) and unsnap it from the overhead console lamp housing.
4. Pull the socket and bulb (2) straight out from the keyed opening in the lamp housing.
5. Pull the base of the bulb straight out of the socket.
BULB INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Always use the correct bulb size and type for replacement. An incorrect bulb size or type may overheat and cause damage to the lamp, the socket or the lamp wiring.
NOTE:
- On vehicles equipped with an optional over-head console the standard front dome lamp is replaced by two combination dome and reading lamps that are integral to the console housing. Each of these lamps is controlled by the door ajar switches on the courtesy lamp circuit, but also are independently controlled by a switch that is activated by depressing the lamp lens. The bulb types and service procedures are identical for both of these lamps.
- The overhead console reading lamp switches and bulb holders are serviced as a unit with the over-head console wire harness.
1. Align the base of the overhead console reading lamp bulb (2) with the socket (1).
2. Push the bulb straight into the socket until the base is firmly seated.
3. Align the socket and bulb with the keyed opening on the back of lamp housing in the overhead console.
4. Insert the socket and bulb into the housing and press firmly on the back of the socket until it snaps into place and is firmly seated.
5. Reinstall the overhead console onto the headliner.
6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.