Light under gear selector color change

[onehunglow]

A while ago on my 2001 Aurora, the light burnt out under center console gear selector (not the dash indicator).

Instead of bringing it to a dealer, I brought it to an Auto Electric guy and there is a light in there now - except at night the light is white/yellow where everything else is green/blue.

I don't remember what color this light was - was it yellow/white or the same as the rest of the dash and console? I think they just put in a regular bulb or there might be a blue/green filter that they forgot to replace or install or maybe the dealer light IS blue/green.

can someone shed some light into this?

Thanks

[omegaic]

As far as I can see, the actual piece of translucent plastic that makes up the indicator is orange.

[onehunglow]

So the lights on the selector appear as orange on all 2001 Auroras then?

[scottydl]

On classics the shift indicator is orange... IF the light works, which most of ours don't. I can't say for sure on 2nd-gens, but I would imagine they are all the same.

[onehunglow]

Thanks scottydl !!
Any 2nd gens out there with a working center console light that can verify that the color is orange?

[omegaic]

The gear shift indicator on the 2nd Gen between the tach and spedo is orange.

[onehunglow]

...and is that the same color as the gear-selector light on the center console in front of the armrest?

[omegaic]

On the gen2's, I'm pretty sure the gear shift is just backlight. The only indicator I saw was in the cluster.

DUH...sorry. I just reread your first post, and I am a cretin. The backlight for the gear shift is white.

[onehunglow]

yes you are quite correct - it is backlight that lights all all the selections - they don't "change" when you move the lever

The question that I have for 2nd gens is - is that backlight orange or is it blue-green like the rest of the indicator lights?

[kobalt]

the light is blue-green

[onehunglow]

kobalt - do you mean to say that the light on the miidle console (NOT the dashboard gear indicator) is blue-green?

I had a garage change my light and it is white...to tell you the truth, it has been so long that it has been burnt out I don't remember what color it was - but the white looks out of place when everything else is blue-green

[kobalt]

It is blue green - I looked specifically after you inquired about it in your post. I'll post a pic later.

[JacobA]

The lite is blue-green and the reason for that is that the bulb #37 has a blue plastic type cover on it.
So if you have it changed which is a fairly big job your mechanic did not put the blue cover on the #37 bulb.
I replaced mine and had a hard time finding the proper #37 bulb which is a minature type bulb but there seems to be a lot of difference in the size of the base.
There is a TSB #01-08-49-010 (June29,2001) on removing the center console cover
Document ID#804710

[onehunglow]

Thanks for the info, jacoba

Is there a place where I can look at that TSB online?

[JacobA]

Hi. I do have a copy of the TSB but don't know how to get it on the forum.
Maybe there is somebody out there that can let me know how to do it.

[erw38]

Read this thread. I hope it helps.

aurorah.proboards20.com/index.cgi?board=Lounge&action=display&thread=1100207109

[onehunglow]

I guess that means to put the TSB on this site so we can all see it? But then jacoba has to scan it.

[erw38]

or he can send it to you in a message

[Isnibs]

JacobA said:

Hi. I do have a copy of the TSB but don't know how to get it on the forum.
Maybe there is somebody out there that can let me know how to do it.

In what form is the TSB ?

on a piece of paper --req. scan or typed out to word pad or similar.
on your computer -- left click mouse- highlight- right click mouse- copy- paste in message--- post

[JacobA]

Hi. Well I am having a heck of a time getting the TSB on the forum.
Let me first explain I have an iMac 20 and a HP 1210 All in one.
I have the TSB on the iMac and can email it but for the life of me I cannot see how to put it on the forum.
Any help out there???

[erw38]

Jacob,

First, go to www.photobucket.com and signup for an account (it's free). Second, come back here and link to it using the sequence ...
[ img] Copy the image url string that photobucket gives you and paste it here leaving out the spaces [ /img]

that should do it as an img (no the preferred method(at least by my standards))

the other option is to repeat the first step and then when you come back here post it as a url.............

[ url] copy the real url string here (again without spaces)[ /url]

don't forget to leave out the spaces that I put in

[JacobA]

TSB center trim 2
TSB center trim 4
TSB center trim 3
TSB center trim 1

Hope this works but they might not be in the proper order.
Please let me know. Jake

[onehunglow]

hey jacoba - I received them in my email - thank you very much

They are a little small and light, but I can read them - I just don't see the diagram too well...but it is very workable !

If I give you my 800-fax# can you just fax them to me - that might come out better

thanks

[erw38]

JacobA said:

Hope this works but they might not be in the proper order.
Please let me know. Jake

Didn't work Did you leave out the physical addresses the photobucket gives you to copy?

[Silver Surfer]

Here's the text of that information bulletin. Note that it is not a TSB.


Info - Instrument Panel (IP) Center Trim Plate and Console Trim Plate Removal Procedures #01-08-49-010 - (Jun 29, 2001)
Instrument Panel (IP) Center Trim Plate and Console Trim Plate Removal Procedures
2001-2002 Oldsmobile Aurora

This bulletin is being issued to emphasize the importance of observing the proper removal/installation procedures to avoid component damage.


Notice
If the IP Center Trim Plate and Console Trim Plate are not properly removed or installed, damage may occur.


The following information has also been updated within SI2000. If you are using a paper version of this Service Manual, please mark a reference to this bulletin on the affected page.

Please observe the following procedures when removing or installing the IP Center Trim Plate and the Console Trim Plate.

Trim Plate Replacement -- IP Center
SI 2000 Document Number 528604

Tools Required
Plastic Trim Tool

Removal Procedure




Notice
To prevent component damage, DO NOT use metal tools to remove the trim.


Place protective tape between the IP vinyl trim (1) and the IP center trim plate (4).
Place protective tape between the IP center trim plate bottom edge and the top edge of the console trim plate.
Below the upper right hand retainer clip (2) between the taped IP vinyl trim and the center trim plate (3), carefully insert a plastic trim tool. Insert the plastic trim tool far enough to ensure it is behind the trim plate plastic backing material.
Gently pry the trim plate outward in order to disengage the retainer clip.
Work around the trim plate in a clockwise direction, prying the trim plate outward in order to disengage the retainers. Seven retainer clips secure the center trim plate to the IP.
Grasp the upper left hand corner of the trim plate with both hands and carefully pull the trim plate rearward in order to disengage the retainer clip (5).
Remove the IP center trim plate.
Installation Procedure
Ensure the protective tape is still in place.
Align the retaining clips on the IP center trim plate to the openings in the IP.
Gently push the trim plate onto the IP. Apply even pressure around the trim plate in order to engage the retainer clips. DO NOT USE FORCE.
Remove the protective tape.
Trim Plate Replacement --Console
SI2000 Document Number 517129

Tools Required
Plastic Trim Tool

Removal Procedure




Notice
To prevent component damage, DO NOT use metal tools to remove the trim.


Block the wheels on the vehicle.
Remove the center IP trim plate. Refer to Trim Plate Replacement -- IP Center removal procedure in this bulletin.
Place protective tape between the console vinyl trim (5) and the console trim plate (2).
Remove the shift lever knob by pulling it straight up. There are no clips, pins or fasteners.
Remove the two fasteners (1) retaining the console trim plate to the IP.
Between the rear edge of the console trim plate (4) and the closed cup holder door, carefully insert a plastic trim tool. Insert the plastic trim tool far enough to ensure it is behind the trim plate plastic backing material.
Carefully pry the rear of the console trim plate upward just far enough to disengage the two rear retainer clips.

Notice
In order to avoid damage, DO NOT allow the SHARP edges of the trim plate to come in contact with the soft vinyl trim on the console.


Disengage the remaining retainer clips.
Use one hand to carefully push the LH side of the console away from the trim plate.
Use the other hand to grasp the LH side of the trim plate through the chrome ring (3).
Gently pull up the LH side of the trim plate just far enough to disengage the retainer clip(s).
Repeat Steps 8.1 through 8.3 for the RH side.
Put the shifter lever into third (3).
Disconnect the electrical connectors.

Important
DO NOT USE THE CONVENIENCE DOOR OPENING AS A LEVERAGE POINT.


Remove the console trim plate. Avoid contact with the console vinyl trim.
Grasp the top and bottom of the chrome ring on the console trim plate with both hands and gently pull the trim plate assembly rearward until the two upper attach brackets are clear of the radio.
Tip the rear of the trim plate up and pull the trim plate rearward until it is clear of the IP.
Installation Procedure
Ensure the protective tape is still in place.
Carefully insert the console trim plate half way into the IP.
Connect the electrical connectors.
Push the console trim plate all the way into the IP.

Notice
In order to avoid damage, DO NOT allow the SHARP edges of the trim plate to come in contact with the soft vinyl trim on the console.


Engage the retainer clips.
Use one hand to carefully push the LH side of the console away.
Use the other hand to grasp the LH side of the trim plate through the chrome ring.
Align the retainer clips on the LH side of the trim plate to the openings in the console.
Repeat Steps 5.1 through 5.3 for the RH side.
Gently press the trim plate onto the console. Apply even pressure on both sides of the console trim plate in order to engage the retainer clips. DO NOT USE FORCE.
Install the two fasteners that retain the console trim plate to the IP. Tighten
Tighten the fasteners to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

Install the shift lever knob.
Install the center IP trim plate. Refer to Trim Plate Replacement -- IP Center Installation procedure in this bulletin.
Remove the protective tape.