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Chazzlee 07-08-2017 07:32 PM

Replace a dome light in 2010 Fit?
 
Okay, I need to do some minor work on my 2010 Fit with 95K miles... Careful searches here have told me how to replace (or just clean) the cabin air filter, and a search on light bulbs has shown me I need a size 3022 bulb for the interior dome light [that now doesn't shine when the doors are opened].

But how do I remove that overhead plastic lens covering from the interior roof? I don't see any screw holes or fasteners, and I don't want to start prying it off (and maybe breaking it?) w/o knowing anything about where to begin, about where to insert the pry-er, so to speak...??

Also is there possibly a brighter, longer lasting LED light I can replace in the roof receptacle?

Thanks.
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Black3sr 07-09-2017 05:37 AM

Use your credit card to pry it open.

Look on Ebay for a LED bulb or just go to local parts store for a replacement which will last likely longer than the car.

blazej 07-11-2017 03:59 PM

So, I replaced the OEM dome light with an aftermarket LED light. The problem is that the LED doesn't completely "turn off" (there is a very faint glow that can only be seen in a dark garage). I read online to install a transistor, but am not sure exactly how to do this so I just keep my dome light in the off position (yeah, I'm lazy).

OP, if you do go LED, make sure it has a built in transistor or you will have my problem. Otherwise just go incandescent.

I think this is what I ordered
(although these could have been the map lights, which I replaced to LED and are fine).


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