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00 Aggie
03-24-2007, 05:56 PM
Does anybody have the bulb # for the gauges in the gauge pod? I have been seaching but to no avail, the damn volt has been out and its driving me insane!
GordonB
03-24-2007, 06:16 PM
Me too!
I need a light bulb number for the Oil Pressure guage (aka Idiot Light) for the '03 Blue MM. I would assume that it is the same as the Volt Meter. But then Idon't know the Volt Meter Bulb nbr either.
Thank you for helping me!
GordonB
STLR FN
03-24-2007, 06:50 PM
I would venture to say a 194.
whd507
03-24-2007, 07:21 PM
they wouldnt be standard autometer bulbs?
Dragcity
03-24-2007, 07:27 PM
G.E. 158 is printed on the bulb. Same for each gauge.....

Hope that helps....
00 Aggie
03-24-2007, 07:30 PM
Thanks for the help!
RF Overlord
03-24-2007, 08:03 PM
According to AutoMeter, you can use any of the following bulbs in the OEM or the aftermarket replacement gauges:

161- 2.7 Watt
194- 3.8 Watt
168- 4.9 Watt

Dragcity is correct about the OEM bulb. The #158 is relatively uncommon and expensive, while the #194 is available everywhere and is the closest match in current draw and light output, while also having an expected lifetime almost 5X the factory bulb.
00 Aggie
03-24-2007, 09:17 PM
I just noticed tonight that my driver side window switch light is out, does that have a bulb or do I need a new switch?

I'm not sure whats the issue with all these bulbs going out!
Marauderjack
03-25-2007, 03:43 AM
I just noticed tonight that my driver side window switch light is out, does that have a bulb or do I need a new switch?

I'm not sure whats the issue with all these bulbs going out!

Common problem but it requires replacing the whole switch assembly......Not hard or expensive!!:cool:

Tap on the switch and it just might come back on for a few months like mine did......I got it replaced during the last month of warranty!!:beer:

Marauderjack:burnout:
GordonB
03-25-2007, 09:59 AM
Drag City,
Thank you for the bulb number!
GordonB
Drock96Marquis
03-25-2007, 01:40 PM
Use a 194LL, lasts much longer than a std. 194
Dragcity
03-25-2007, 06:29 PM
Glad I could assist...
MENINBLK
03-25-2007, 06:42 PM
I wish someone would come up with a bulb or replacement LED for the Headlight switch.
I have had to replace it twice in 70,000 miles because the bulb goes out.
The headlight switch is $90 to replace.
00 Aggie
03-25-2007, 07:11 PM
Got the new bulbs in (and took off the snow tires), that pod is a pain to remove!

Thanks everybody for the help!
RUSTY
03-25-2007, 07:42 PM
I wish someone would come up with a bulb or replacement LED for the Headlight switch.
I have had to replace it twice in 70,000 miles because the bulb goes out.
The headlight switch is $90 to replace.


WHAT? The headlight switch is supposed to light up?
Drock96Marquis
03-26-2007, 12:18 AM
I wish someone would come up with a bulb or replacement LED for the Headlight switch.
I have had to replace it twice in 70,000 miles because the bulb goes out.
The headlight switch is $90 to replace.
We found out on CVN it is possible to replace the tiny bulbs yourself. RadioShack sells some that work, and the OEM bulb covers slip right over.
GordonB
03-27-2007, 07:44 PM
FWIW,
At Safford L-M today, I inquired about the correct buld number, just for grins, knowing what you all have said. The parts guy says, "#2043". Here is the BIG questions, can anyone relate this number to a REAL OEM bulb number? Are any of our L-M Parts specialists or mechanics aware of such a number?
BTW, they didn't have any in stock!
GordonB