That is interesting as the 99-04 service manual has you pull the whole dash
out. That is why the dealer is quoting what he is.....


"mj" <mjambro@cox.net> wrote in message
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> sailnbob wrote:
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> >Just replaced the clock light on my 1999 Accord. Took all of 2
> >minutes!
> >The clock/flasher assembly pops out as one unit. You can use a
> >screwdriver but be careful not to scratch the dash. I opted for a 1
> >1/2" wide putty knife. Place tool in bottom middle of the
> >clock/flasher and apply SLIGHT upward pressure and the assembly pops
> >out. The light is on the right side when viewed from the front, left
> >side viewed from the rear. The round 3/16" diameter plastic head is
> >the bulb. Using a small screwdriver, turn 1/4 turn counter-clockwise
> >to remove. Install new bulb with 1/4 turn clockwise. Turn on
> >ignition switch to check for operation. (Light comes on with ignition
> >switch not headlights.)
> >
> >Get the replacement bulb at your local dealer, part number
> >35505-S84-B02.
> >cost $3.19
> >
> >I have two local Honda dealers, one quoted me $45 labor and the other
> >said the whole dash assembly needed to be removed, cost $80 labor!!!
> >Wonder why dealerships have a lousy reputation?
> >
> >If you can change a lightbulb in your home, this has about the same
> >level of difficulty.
> >
> >Bob
> >
> .
> Thanks to all that replied - Easier than I ever imagined. Once you
> know the trick, it's quite easy.
>
> At first the bulb would turn, but it didn't come out easily. Since I
> wasn't sure what I was looking for, I was initially hesitant whether it
> was really the bulb, until you described it. That gave me confidence
> to pry it a little harder with the screwdriver. It then freed very
easily.
>
> Thanks again to all. Saved me some $$.
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