Lighted Door Switch Repair - Writeup
This is a multiple posts writeup, as I tried to do it all in one, but forum rules won't let me post that much all in one, so it will be multiples - sorry.
So after looking at my driver's side window switch panel again last night (with its non-working drivers window switch bulbs), I decided to go all out trying to fix it.
While doing so I thought I would take pictures for a writeup in case I got it to work. If someone already did this, excuse the repost, but didn't see it listed in DIY and thought it might be useful.
The following was done on a 2003 MM 300A, the switches had been replaced by the previous owner, and may have come from something other than a MM, however I believe they will be the same circuit wise, as they look the same.
*Disclaimer* This is a long writeup, however in reality it is very simple. All you need to know is a very little bit about soldering.
Items you will need:
Pencil Soldering Iron
Thin Solder
Electrical Cleaner (I prefer CRC)
Flathead screwdriver...few different widths would be helpful, but definetly a small one.
Steady hand
Optional:
Battery charger
2 Small pieces of wire with female ends
1. Remove the switch panel in regards to the problem. NOTE - Remove the panel by pulling up on the forward section (towards front of car) first. If you pull from the back you will break the rear tab and will need to replace the switch panel. Once you get the front loose, just slide the panel out.
2. Disconnect the connectors from the back of the switch, there should be 4, you can't miss them.
3. Take the panel inside to a clean workplace.
Black 2003 300A Marauder Build Date 06-02 100K Miles
Bought used 05/07/11
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