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Old 07-20-2010, 05:57 PM
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Default What size bulb do I need for the rear view mirror light?

I want to swap it out with an LED as well as the two lights above the back seat. I've searched and all I get is that sylvania website that clearly isn't the right size or type of bulbs I need. I don't want to buy the kits that replace ALL of the lights in my car because it's like $50. I don't need leds in my doors or glove box or cargo area. I just need the main 3.

I have a 2005 hard top 2.0 base model.
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Old 07-20-2010, 06:56 PM
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OSRAM SYLVANIA - Replacement Guide - Start

Do a look up, and you'll see every last single bulb in the car. Very handy for looking these things up.

It's also called the Map Light and it's either 2825 or 2825LL or PC194
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Old 08-03-2010, 03:39 AM
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I hope you've already replaced the lights! But if you havent here are some tips:
Start with the mirror light, use a flathead screwdriver to pull the plastic cover off. The light is a c5w and can go by other names, but this light is the easiest light to pull. You'll use this light and what is written on it(the deminsions will be on there also, I think they are 37mm. If i remember right) to help replace them.
All the lights in the cabin are the same size and type. I've looked around for l.e.d.s for these lights and the best place is ebay. I bought two blue l.e.d.s a few days ago and I am expecting them to be here anyday. I was told they would work with out a resistor, i believe the trunk needs one though. But that im not for sure on. So im crossing my fingers that everything works right! lol
Ohh for the vanity and door lights dont use a screw driver, it leaves a mark on the headliner! Just sayin from experiance lol
Instead, use an old hotel key (because everybody returns them right) or credit card. Shove it in gently at the end of the plastic cover, but not under the metal frame. Pull the light down. I'ver heard you really dont have to unclip the harness, and i haven't.

Have funn and post some pictures when your done!!!
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Old 08-04-2010, 01:56 PM
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OK ordered now. Thank you. I also plan on installing blue led strip foot well lights while I'm on vacation so I'll post pics of all interior lighting upgrades.
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Old 08-04-2010, 10:11 PM
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Okay...Well I bought the 37mm and turns out i was given 6smd bulbs. Which i think are the high powered ones
Not really sure what happened there but they didnt work.
So, of course I got online and buying the right ones and forgetting ebay for bulbs.
Sylvania says that the mirror lights are called, Map lights 6418
I put that into Superbringleds.com and was given names/codes that for their parts that match.
I bought one, 3610 Led Festoon bulb. They say that the 3610 and 3022 are compatible. I went with the 3610 becasue they were 36 mm so im hoping they will fit and work!

If anybody has changed theses to LEDs no need to be shy here, you can voice your wisdom.
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Old 08-16-2010, 05:14 AM
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Just got back from vacation and my led bulbs were in the mail box!!!
They were just as you said 37mm fastoons. I got two so I replaced the mirror light (easy) and the rear passenger light (pain in the ass with blood shed)
It's a dramatic difference at night. I'll take pics when my last two bulbs come in the mail so I can replace the final rear driver side back seat light.
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Old 08-19-2010, 03:17 AM
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SWEET!!!
Glad everything worked out for you!
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