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Monkey_Man
Dodge Dakota
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2/27/2003
19:03:56
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Hello. I think this site is the best. I hope you all don't get tired of me!
well here is my problem. My light around my ignition is out. The dealership said they would fix it, $65.00 an hour plus parts. it can't be that hard.
as anyone done this? and tips for me?
the truck is a 1996.
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jeremy
Dodge Dakota
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2/27/2003
20:03:06
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i say just let it go its not that big of a deal i atually think it would look better without the light
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Kracker
Dodge Dakota
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2/27/2003
20:17:37
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Hmm... If you figure it out, let us now... How are the lights made up anyway? I mean how do you access it and stuff...
---Kracker
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Monkey_Man
Dodge Dakota
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2/27/2003
20:23:12
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I might just let it go. It just bothers me beeause it's the only thing on the truck that doesn't work.
I will keep you posted if I figure it out.
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00dak
Dodge Dakota
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2/28/2003
23:32:06
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Just give it some time, something else will stop working and you won't feel as bad. I'm just playin man, nothing lasts for ever. You just got to keep on truckin'.
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Marc
Dodge Dakota
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3/02/2003
08:21:21
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VERY SIMPLE!!!!
1.Remove steering cowls held in by 2 or 3 screws from the bottom.
2.Once removed, u will see a wire with a little tiny socket by the ignition switch. Turn that socket 90 degrees and replace the bulb. Should be like a #74, or #37 bulb
3. Reverse removal for installation!
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Monkey_man
Dodge Dakota
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3/02/2003
08:38:51
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Sweet! Thank you very much! I'll go play with that now! Thanks for the help.
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Monkey_Man
Dodge Dakota
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3/02/2003
08:55:15
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That was simple! If I had known that when I bought the truck a year ago I would have done sooner. Thanks,
I took out the light buld but it doesn't look like it's burnt out, it doesn't even look used. I will replace the buld later on today and see what happens. Thanks a bunch
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mddak
Dodge Dakota
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3/02/2003
20:03:25
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do all dakota's have that light??
I never had a ignition light since I bought it.
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Monkey_Man
Dodge Dakota
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3/02/2003
21:58:33
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Marc
I changed out the light buld, but it still doesn't work. maybe not getting power???? how do you check that????
Mddak-- The light I am referring to is right around the ignition. I think all dodge cars have them?? I'm not sure though, my grandfathers 95 dodge does, along with his 98 dodge caravan.
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UFDakota
Dodge Dakota
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3/03/2003
03:09:11
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Damn! I always wondered if mine was supposed to light up! i always noticed it was clear around there, but mine never lit. but a while back i saw another kota that his lit up! is there maybe a fuse that isn't connected in those that don't light? it's pretty cool and i always wondered if i could make mine light up. I'll have to look at the fuses or something.
-Dan
http://www.streetsourcemag.com/Profile.aspx?profileid=16538
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mddak
Dodge Dakota
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3/04/2003
12:49:40
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ok I checked mine and yes I have a bulb and yes the bulb works but it's not getting any power in the socket.
WHat's da secret - it must be part of some option, somebody has to know???
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cwzywbt
Dodge Dakota
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3/04/2003
15:37:47
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I remember reading somethin' 'bout it in the owners manual. I think it's only works if you have some certain option. I'll have to look again.
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Mister Dakota
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3/04/2003
23:50:30
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certain option?
Mine works and I have a '91
Only suggestion I have is to check the wiring. Try unplugging the harness to the column and cleaning the contacts.
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cwzywbt
Dodge Dakota
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3/07/2003
13:07:14
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Just looked it up in my 99's manual - it only has that light hooked up if you have power door locks - part of the "illuminated entry" feature.
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