Bulbs Burning out SC-816

Discussion in 'General Motoring' started by Steve-o, Oct 19, 2004.

  1. Steve-o

    Steve-o Guest

    Hi;

    The bulbs that light up the buttons on my SC-816 are slowly burning
    out one by one. Has anyone tried to replace these?? Are they socket
    type bulbs or LED's soldered right on to the circuit boards? Is this
    an easy task?

    Any help would be appreciated!

    Thanks;
    Steve-o
     
    Steve-o, Oct 19, 2004
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  2. Steve-o

    Joe landy Guest

    Hello.
    If your radio is of the same design as the SC-802 or SC-805 then:
    The bulbs are easily replaced, so long as you are confident in partly
    dismantling your radio.
    Follow these simple steps!
    1. Remove any cassettes or CDs from the set.
    2. Remove radio from car, making sure you have the code ready for when you
    put it back in.
    3. Remove the 4 or 5 screws from around the front panel (One holds an earth
    tag If I recall correctly).
    4. Get an octopus (or lots of people with lots of hands) to help you prise
    all the plastic clips up while you pull the front panel free. There is a
    ribbon cable which connects the front panel, but you can leave that
    connected if you like. Just lay the panel to one side to work on it.
    5. Obtain some spare bulbs. The dealer may tell you that radio bulbs are not
    available. Just order some spares for your heated seat switches, as they are
    the same.
    6. Release the old bulbs with a small flat-blade screwdriver (they have
    slots in to allow you to turn them to release them).
    7. Remove the silicone bulb covers from the old bulbs, and slip them over
    the new bulbs.
    8. Re-fit the bulbs, turning them with the screwdriver to lock them as you
    go.
    9. Re-assemble front panel, making sure you don't get the cassette door
    trapped anywhere. At my first attempt, I had a cassette in the set, and I
    managed to re-fit the panel with the cassette door closed. The tape was
    trapped in there!!
    10. Re-fit your radio, type in the code, and enjoy another few years of
    illuminated operation.
    11. Replace the bulbs from your heated seat switches, and any others which
    you pinched because you couldn't be bothered to buy any!

    Cheers.
    Joe.
     
    Joe landy, Oct 19, 2004
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  3. Steve-o

    Scott Guest

    Where can I find spare bulbs online?
     
    Scott, Oct 19, 2004
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  4. Steve-o

    Steve-o Guest

    Thanks!

    Steve-o


     
    Steve-o, Oct 20, 2004
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