1998 Honda Accord Transmission Lights

PT2007

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1998 HONDA ACCORD
6 CYL
2WD
AUTOMATIC
270,000 MILES

Hi Guys, I have a 1998 Honda Accord V6L. I have just discovered that that the backlight on the auto trannsmission (i.E the display of D, N, D1, D1, D4.) Has stopped working. Also the backlight of the clock has gone away. Could you pls tell me whether I need to change some fusse's or batteries? And how to go about them?

Sunday, June 22nd, 2008 AT 7:12 AM

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KHLOW2008

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Hi PT2007,

If other indicator lights such as meter back drop lights and cruise control dimming are all affected, then you need to check for a blown fuse.

The other possible cause is a disconnected or faulty brightness control switch.

The most expensive part would be the intergrated control unit.

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Sunday, June 22nd, 2008 AT 8:31 AM

PT2007

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Hi and thanks. All other lights are working perfectly fine. I think its just the clock and the auto transmission bulb/ fuse thats blown. Any idea how can I verify that and replace the bulb?

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Sunday, June 22nd, 2008 AT 5:45 PM

KHLOW2008

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Hi PT2007,

Remove the clock assy and you would find a socket bulb twisted into position.

As for the gear position lights, more work would be involved.

You need to remove the meter assy and take out the circuit board to replace the bulbs.

Are you sure it is the bulbs? I have never heard of so many bulbs fusing at the same time. Check the connectors, maybe it is loose.

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Monday, June 23rd, 2008 AT 8:12 AM