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Old Dec 12, 2007 | 05:47 PM
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how do u open the heated switch

Ok guys, how do u open the heated switch. Im trying to change the bulb inside, but i dont know where to start. I trying not to break it
Old Dec 12, 2007 | 05:59 PM
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what kind of question is this?? How about first telling us what "heated" switch you are refering to. Then maybe someone can answer.
Old Dec 12, 2007 | 06:08 PM
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what kind of question is this?? How about first telling us what "heated" switch you are refering to. Then maybe someone can answer.

oh my fault i jus got it open, i was tlaking abt the driver side heated switch for the driver seat. I jus wana kno wut bulb fits in it.
Old Dec 12, 2007 | 06:17 PM
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that would be an led. i believe they would be specifically sold through the dealership IF they're still made. They are freaky looking. The other option is you can put your own in by wrapping each LED lead around each prong.
Old Dec 12, 2007 | 06:22 PM
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that would be an led. i believe they would be specifically sold through the dealership IF they're still made. They are freaky looking. The other option is you can put your own in by wrapping each LED lead around each prong.
Would that work out alright, or would i have to use a resistor as well
Old Dec 12, 2007 | 06:38 PM
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http://forums.maxima.org/showthread.php?t=546744

^^^
read that
and yes you do need to put in a resistor if you change the bulb to an LED.
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thank you
Old Dec 12, 2007 | 08:43 PM
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can you still just change the bulb out with an OEM bulb from the dealership. I would think that would be cheaper and easier for me. I don't like the technical electric stuff....even if people think it not hard.
Old Dec 13, 2007 | 03:48 AM
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If you can get one sure.
Old Dec 13, 2007 | 08:23 AM
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I just changed mine...actually got a used switch from .org member, but the seat picture was worn off. So I took the base of his and the top of mine too make a good one. With the switch at room temp, hold the base of the switch in a vise, insert a flat screw driver to lift the body latch over the snap on one side then the other. Go easy not to break it. It is a 12v bulb, very small.
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can you still just change the bulb out with an OEM bulb from the dealership. I would think that would be cheaper and easier for me. I don't like the technical electric stuff....even if people think it not hard.
tunermaxima3000:
http://forums.maxima.org/showthread.php?t=546744
^^
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some nice gentleman listed the radioshack #'s.
and IIRC you will need to buy the whole switch from Nissan to get the bulb.
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alright guys, i went today to get the bulb from radioshack. I gave the guy the PN dat was shown on this thread, wen he typed it in, he said radioshack discontiuned them and they dont make them anymore. So whats next.. is there any other bulb that can fit. Im thinking of finding a regular 12 volt bulb similar to that and jus wrap it around the prongs
Old Dec 13, 2007 | 02:42 PM
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Originally Posted by maxx0831
alright guys, i went today to get the bulb from radioshack. I gave the guy the PN dat was shown on this thread, wen he typed it in, he said radioshack discontiuned them and they dont make them anymore. So whats next.. is there any other bulb that can fit. Im thinking of finding a regular 12 volt bulb similar to that and jus wrap it around the prongs
I'd find out from radioshack what they referred to it as, etc. all the info you can get.
I'd also check with nissan, you never know, they may be able to get it.
Junkyards also are a good bet.
IMO it'd be easier to put LED's in.
Old Dec 13, 2007 | 02:45 PM
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Originally Posted by shissqbob
that would be an led. i believe they would be specifically sold through the dealership IF they're still made. They are freaky looking. The other option is you can put your own in by wrapping each LED lead around each prong.
its an incandecent 12V, not an LED FYI
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and maxx0831 :
there is no reason that you had to start a new thread on this.
Old Dec 13, 2007 | 02:53 PM
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and maxx0831 :
there is no reason that you had to start a new thread on this.
Yea I kno, I realized that now. I apologize to everyone out there for this.
Old Dec 13, 2007 | 02:56 PM
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http://www.radioshack.com/product/in...ductId=2104023

I know it takes 12v but wut does the mA mean.
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Originally Posted by maxx0831
http://www.radioshack.com/product/in...ductId=2104023

I know it takes 12v but wut does the mA mean.
milliamps
and its obiously not discontinued, maybe just at that store.
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Originally Posted by TunerMaxima3000
milliamps
and its obiously not discontinued, maybe just at that store.
SO that should work just find right?
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^should yeah.
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Got the lamps from Radio Shack tonight part# 272-1092 about $1.50 for two of them. No soldering required, a little care and patience and it's easy to change. Now good as new.
Old Dec 14, 2007 | 11:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Nopike
Got the lamps from Radio Shack tonight part# 272-1092 about $1.50 for two of them. No soldering required, a little care and patience and it's easy to change. Now good as new.
oh yes, good lookin out, went today to get the other ones posted, didnt work at all. So tomorrow ima get the ones u posted
Old Dec 16, 2007 | 12:19 AM
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would that be the same bulb for the defrost and hazard buttons>?
Old Dec 16, 2007 | 10:50 AM
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would that be the same bulb for the defrost and hazard buttons>?
. Don't know, if I had to guess I would say yes. You are only out $1.50 if they are wrong.
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When you take the switch apart there will be two parts to the switch one part will probably kind of fall out. Make sure you put it back together correctly, a bit of a pain, but if you are careful should be no problem.
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