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Replacing small bulb in center arm rest console? 850 1995

posted by  Mr. Detail on  Wed Dec 6 02:56 CST 2006
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I just noticed the other day that the nice little light that usually stays lit at night located inside of the center console no longer works. Anyone tell me how to change the bulb? I haven't looked at it real close so it is probably something simple.








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    Replacing small bulb in center arm rest console? 850 1995

    posted by  ipsbb on  Wed Dec 6 10:49 CST 2006
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    I did this a few years ago on my 1993 850. I can't remember exactly how I did it, but I do remember it was somewhat fiddly, and the people at the parts department of my local dealer were rather embarrassed at the price of the bulb which at the time was nearly six pounds! So you really need to want to have that pleasant light in the foot well!








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    Replacing small bulb in center arm rest console? 850 1995

    posted by  KlausC on  Wed Dec 6 05:23 CST 2006
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    If you are talking about the rear ashtray light, that black panel does come out to give you access. If I remember correctly (less and less every year), the white plastic lense comes out also, but I forgot if it goes in or comes out.

    Klaus
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    1975 164 w/173,500mi 1995 850T w/91,000mi, 1998 V70R w/128,000mi








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      Replacing small bulb in center arm rest console? 850 1995

      posted by  jean-philippe gauthier on  Wed Dec 6 18:11 CST 2006
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      you can remove the ashtray and then the plastic panel behind it. This way you will be able to access the bulb.

      good luck!

      JP








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        Replacing small bulb in center arm rest console? 850 1995

        posted by  Mr. Detail on  Thu Dec 7 01:48 CST 2006
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        No, no. Everyone is talking about an ashtray but I am speaking of the
        center console between the two front seats that has a hinge on it and opens up to store small items or your sunglasses. When you lift open this hinged door
        at night when your headlights are on, there is a little square white plastic
        lens cover with a bulb behind it to illuminate the inside contents at night.






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