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Old 08-25-2008, 07:55 AM
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How to remove Map Light bulbs?

So I'm trying to replace my factory light bulbs with LED's and I can't seem to remove the bulbs in the map lights. I took the plastic lens off and pulled the bulb but it doesn't budge? I'm pretty sure it doesn't twist and I'm a little afraid of breaking the bulb. Anyone know an easy way on taking it out?
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wrap a piece of tape around it in order to form a handle to grab on to, then pull. This should work for ya
Old 08-25-2008, 09:22 AM
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Yup the above worked for me. Regular Scotch tape works just fine, just make sure its long enough for it to tape around the bulb and form a little handle for you to pull on.
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scotch tape worked for me as well
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Amazing what scotch tape is used for............

I used the same thing doing my license plate LED's and those pulled straight down. Works like a charm (do charms really work?).
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Originally Posted by blkaspec
wrap a piece of tape around it in order to form a handle to grab on to, then pull. This should work for ya
+1 same thing i did on mines
Old 08-25-2008, 06:30 PM
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WOW, I would have never thought scotch tape...lol...Thanks guys, I'll give it a try!
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+2 on the scotch tape
Old 08-25-2008, 06:57 PM
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Worked awesome, thanks again!
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wait just to make things clear you guys are talking about those 2 blue lights by the sun roof switch?
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Anyone have some before and after pics of this mod, I know its looks way better but I actually want to see it...
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Originally Posted by wh0lelotag00ds
wait just to make things clear you guys are talking about those 2 blue lights by the sun roof switch?
No, I believe he's talking about the large map lights in front of those ambient lights.
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Originally Posted by wh0lelotag00ds
wait just to make things clear you guys are talking about those 2 blue lights by the sun roof switch?
like LoveMyTL-S said, those blue lights are LEDs and are not the map lights, they are just to set the mood
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Originally Posted by carlos9827
Anyone have some before and after pics of this mod, I know its looks way better but I actually want to see it...
my lights are purple, actually they are UV but look purple. I'll post pics later tonight but I doubt you guys want purple......kinda girly
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