Re: Changing bulb in GEN gauge
Posted by HH56 On 2023/5/1 10:16:57
Here is the back of a cluster showing the light socket holes. I believe the generator is the one circled in red. Most sockets just push in the hole and spring like tabs hold the socket in the hole by friction. Others may lock in. GEN indicator light uses a #57 bulb.
When removing the socket try to pull it as straight out as possible so the bulb glass does not hit the edge of the hole and break. If it is held by spring tension it should just pull out but those that lock in need a slight push inward and a twist.
Some sockets with spring tabs can be a bit tight and might give some resistance. If it seems very hard to pull you can use a small thin blade screwdriver between the socket and cluster back to help ease it out. Work the blade on each side to work the socket out evenly.
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When removing the socket try to pull it as straight out as possible so the bulb glass does not hit the edge of the hole and break. If it is held by spring tension it should just pull out but those that lock in need a slight push inward and a twist.
Some sockets with spring tabs can be a bit tight and might give some resistance. If it seems very hard to pull you can use a small thin blade screwdriver between the socket and cluster back to help ease it out. Work the blade on each side to work the socket out evenly.
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