Toggle switch back light?

[svtowner]

Was out for a drive the other night, I noticed my dash light dimmer toggle switch was not lit up like the other toggle switches.

Is there a replaceable bulb? Or is the switch back lit by some other means?

Thanks
SVTOWNER

 

[tmcphail]

Generally on items like that the switch itself would need to be replaced.

 

[STORMCAT]

Generally on items like that the switch itself would need to be replaced.

yep .. and it's a PIA to get these switches out.. My defroster light went out. The dealer ordered me a replacement switch and I installed it. I didn't want the grease monkeys ripping apart my dash.. :biggrin

 

[Jones]

I have the same issue on my headlight switch.

How are they removed? Almost looks like I can get to that switch from the steering column opening.

 

[revengerocket]

I don't have my shop manual here, but I remember looking at the replacement procedure and deciding I could live with the burned out light for a while.

I'll try to post it later.

 

[STORMCAT]

I have the same issue on my headlight switch.

How are they removed? Almost looks like I can get to that switch from the steering column opening.

You have to remove the lower dash section. There's a steel dash support plate that needs to come out. When you get the plate out you will see the switches. There is a retaining plate that holds the switches that must be removed. When you remove the retaining plate the switches will pop out..

 

[svtowner]

Thanks to all that responded. I spoke with my dealer today and he will give me the replacement switch which I can then install.

Thanks again for all the helpful tips.
SVTOWNER

 

[Jones]

You have to remove the lower dash section. There's a steel dash support plate that needs to come out. When you get the plate out you will see the switches. There is a retaining plate that holds the switches that must be removed. When you remove the retaining plate the switches will pop out..

Thanks! I am going to have the switch ordered Monday.

Any tips on the radio on radio removal? My CD player died. Do you think they will repair or replace? I just want to take in the unit.

 

[tmcphail]

Thanks! I am going to have the switch ordered Monday.

Any tips on the radio on radio removal? My CD player died. Do you think they will repair or replace? I just want to take in the unit.

I have the Ford radio removal tools in stock if you need a set.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/e...STRK:MESE:IT&viewitem=&item=120249660392&rd=1

 

[Shadowman]

Thanks! I am going to have the switch ordered Monday.

Any tips on the radio on radio removal? My CD player died. Do you think they will repair or replace? I just want to take in the unit.

All I would add to this is be "VERY" careful when removing the leather lower dash trim piece as it is very easy to damage it.

It should be removed by pushing the retainers from the inside of the dash area out rather than pulling and then in the narrow area above the "start" button the trim piece has no secondary reinforcing and if you are not careful it will bend like a pretzel.

Once it is removed the steel impact panels are easy to remove and then switch can be serviced.

I can not state it high enough; take your time with the leather lower trim panel and having a seond pair of hands would reduce the risk of damage significantly.

For example if you have a person sit in driver seat and then losen the press in retainers and have them simply hold the trim piece in position while the remaining retainers are pressed out and then you can methodically remove the piece from the gal.

Takes care

Shadowman

 

[fjpikul]

Yes, Shadow, hopefully a good looking babe with little or no pants on to save space in a cramped area.

 

[Jones]

All I would add to this is be "VERY" careful when removing the leather lower dash trim piece as it is very easy to damage it.

It should be removed by pushing the retainers from the inside of the dash area out rather than pulling and then in the narrow area above the "start" button the trim piece has no secondary reinforcing and if you are not careful it will bend like a pretzel.

Once it is removed the steel impact panels are easy to remove and then switch can be serviced.

I can not state it high enough; take your time with the leather lower trim panel and having a seond pair of hands would reduce the risk of damage significantly.

For example if you have a person sit in driver seat and then losen the press in retainers and have them simply hold the trim piece in position while the remaining retainers are pressed out and then you can methodically remove the piece from the gal.

Takes care

Shadowman

I finally made the time to get the switch (and a new Mac). Do I approach the retainers from the bottom foot well area?

Thanks

 

[STORMCAT]

I finally made the time to get the switch (and a new Mac). Do I approach the retainers from the bottom foot well area?

Thanks

yep...:biggrin . It helps if you a contortionist .. or at least a small wirey guy:biggrin

 

[Jones]

yep...:biggrin . It helps if you a contortionist .. or at least a small wirey guy:biggrin

I must be a hybrid, it wasn't too difficult. Thanks for the response.:thumbsup

 

[AlohaGT]

yep...:biggrin . It helps if you a contortionist .. or at least a small wirey guy:biggrin

Hey Stormy, when are you arriving in Lost Wages?

 

[fjpikul]

I'm sorry, if he doesn't cough up some bottle holders, he won't make it across the Mississippi River.

 

[AlohaGT]

I'm sorry, if he doesn't cough up some bottle holders, he won't make it across the Mississippi River.

Do you mean to say that you haven't received your BHs yet? I received mine just in time for the Rally and Kendall is installing the two CF BHs now.

 

[AlohaGT]

Nah, not really. I'm just glad Wally installed my cup holder a year ago (despite razzing from Bony) as it's made drives with the Missus more pleasant.

 

[B O N Y]

I have the new unit from HotCat, drivers side in CF holds two guages, and the passenger side is one square unit to hold a litre bottle of Makers, and round unit to hold a quart of Martini & Rossi Sweet Vermount and a two small round small units for the bitters and shaker.

The GT Guys did an amazing job installing a small icemaker with a CF surround (thanks again Mr. Hot Cat) where that ugly subwoofer used to sit. The entire system works perfectly.

Cat is drinking on Frankie since we will all be signing his name to bar bills and for other comfort items...

 

[RALPHIE]

I'm sorry, if he doesn't cough up some bottle holders, he won't make it across the Mississippi River.

I have the new unit from HotCat, drivers side in CF holds two guages, and the passenger side is one square unit to hold a litre bottle of Makers, and round unit to hold a quart of Martini & Rossi Sweet Vermount and a two small round small units for the bitters and shaker.

The GT Guys did an amazing job installing a small icemaker with a CF surround (thanks again Mr. Hot Cat) where that ugly subwoofer used to sit. The entire system works perfectly.

Cat is drinking on Frankie since we will all be signing his name to bar bills and for other comfort items...

:lol:lol:lol:lol