How to Easily Fix a Jeep Gear Shifter Backlight

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  • @scottbailey6195
    @scottbailey6195 4 роки тому +27

    Jeep dealership wanted me to charge me $360 to replace the bulb. After I saw this video I called the service manager and went off, I was pissed. I now have a light again for $7 and 5 minutes of my time. Thank you for this video!!

    • @White_Trash_JKU
      @White_Trash_JKU  4 роки тому +4

      No problem.. stay away from the stealership when you can

  • @Honahlee53
    @Honahlee53 Рік тому +3

    This video was perfect. Very helpful! Just a tip for anyone having trouble getting the knob loose, I threw on some rubber backed garden gloves, grabbed my rubber jar opener then sat on my center console. It took all my might but got the job done.

  • @billpowell8950
    @billpowell8950 10 місяців тому +1

    I just wanted to drop a note of thanks. I didn’t know if there was a light in the console or not, but not only did your video show me there was, but made it very easy for me to fix it. To be honest, I was very skeptical with your “it takes five minutes”. I thought sure, if you’ve done it a dozen times. But, much to my surprise, it took me five minutes. Thanks again!!!

    • @White_Trash_JKU
      @White_Trash_JKU  10 місяців тому

      Glad to help and thanks for watching 👍🏻

  • @aprildixon4090
    @aprildixon4090 26 днів тому

    A lot of people were saying that the knob isn't easy to get off, but I'll give this a try!

    • @White_Trash_JKU
      @White_Trash_JKU  26 днів тому

      @@aprildixon4090 it can be stubborn at times 😂😂

  • @kimblevins8802
    @kimblevins8802 2 роки тому +7

    You have saved my sanity. I knew my “new to me” Jeep was supposed to have a back light. The hardest part was removing the gear shift knob.

    • @rgestrella5078
      @rgestrella5078 Рік тому +1

      I was also wondering if I was nuts thinking if there were lights there before. lol Why was removing the gear shift know difficult? I haven't tried it yet. He seems to just pop it out.

    • @JohnsonDaChumplie
      @JohnsonDaChumplie 8 місяців тому

      @@rgestrella5078I’m trying it now but can’t get the shifter know to come off.

    • @rgestrella5078
      @rgestrella5078 8 місяців тому

      Did you get it off? @@JohnsonDaChumplie

    • @momoshark2257
      @momoshark2257 Місяць тому +1

      I saw a guy maneuver his fingers in without removing all that

  • @Mario-t8b8y
    @Mario-t8b8y Рік тому +1

    Thanks for this. Putting both in neutral is a must! Makes a huge difference. Warning, wear gloves or you’ll slice your finger. Lesson learned.

  • @jnatiw
    @jnatiw 2 роки тому +1

    Just got a 2015 wrangler and need to replace this bulb. Thanks, man! 👍👊

  • @bobsmi91
    @bobsmi91 Рік тому +3

    Realized on my drive home that my shifter light was out. Thought to myself...how the heck am I going to fix that? Jumped online and found your video. Ordered part on Amazon. Removed plastic around shifter (The 4X4 shifter was a bit tough). Did all this within 30 minutes with the outstanding video you shared! Thank you for taking the time to help others.

  • @jasonvanhouten4962
    @jasonvanhouten4962 2 роки тому +3

    Thanks for the easy to understand instructions on how to replace the bulb. My son just bought a 2014 Rubicon and the first time we drove it at night noticed I couldn't see where the shift lever was going and had to turn on the overhead light to put it in gear. I figured it was probably something simple like a burnt out bulb and this explains everything. Thanks again, awesome instructions.

    • @annaletticks5995
      @annaletticks5995 2 роки тому

      Same here, just bought a 2018 jeep jk 3 weeks ago and just went at night and couldn't see to reverse 🙃

    • @StupidEarthlings
      @StupidEarthlings Рік тому

      Well, it does show gear select on dash display too..fyi.

  • @minitrucker007
    @minitrucker007 3 роки тому +2

    Nice. got my jeep 6 months ago and i didn't nice they didn't light up but my wife didn't like it. I just figured it was another thing jeep just didn't have. this took me five minutes to do. Thanks!!!

  • @geryyhornhead7175
    @geryyhornhead7175 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks Jeep Man. Everyone told me that there was no light for the gear shifter, then I googled your video. Like most others I had to wiggle and pull the 4x4 handle to get it off. Once I did, everything in the video was as you instructed. Thanks again!

  • @KeatonX92
    @KeatonX92 2 роки тому +3

    Can confirm that this bulb works on a 2017. Hardest part was getting the 4WD knob off, but it eventually gave with a little "gentle persuasion."
    Thanks for the video. It took longer waiting in line at the autoparts store than it took to actually replace the bulb.

  • @gbasplen
    @gbasplen 3 роки тому +2

    I couldn't get the 4WD knob off but thanks to the video I knew where to reach underneath the trim piece and find the wire & bulb

  • @recovery1126
    @recovery1126 3 роки тому +7

    Thanks so much! I would never have thought it would be so easy. Struggled with the knob but got it done.

    • @GeorgiaBoyJake
      @GeorgiaBoyJake 3 роки тому

      How does the knob come off? Is there a ring you have to pop off the bottom like the knob on the shifter?

  • @insideroller
    @insideroller 2 роки тому +1

    Great Video! Ordered the bulb, came 2 in a pack. Super easy to do and did most of it one handed, LOL
    Bulb was burnt. Thanks!!

  • @djordje999x
    @djordje999x 3 роки тому +3

    Thx man, for others who struggle to remove 4wd shift knob, i manage to do it without removing it, from space where gearshift is.

  • @blakewelsh892
    @blakewelsh892 3 роки тому +3

    Thank you crazy jeep man, your videos are the only things that keeps me going now a-days you jeep tips keep me goin!!

  • @coreyruff6282
    @coreyruff6282 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks Jeep Man! Whole process took less than 10 minutes… appreciate the video

  • @mcjazzyjay5457
    @mcjazzyjay5457 3 роки тому +8

    Whew you saved the day and saved me money! Thank you. !

  • @JoshBojanowski
    @JoshBojanowski 3 роки тому +3

    Thank you so much for your help. We just picked up a new to us 2014 JKU and the shift lights weren’t on. Assumed it was normal, but there later found out that is not the case. Found your video on how to fix. Super easy!!

    • @Mysticalb1977
      @Mysticalb1977 2 роки тому

      do you know what bulb to use for the cup bulb?

  • @denniswheeler2810
    @denniswheeler2810 2 роки тому +1

    Great video of step by step process and information on the part number. Thank you.

  • @ronniehaynes3277
    @ronniehaynes3277 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much…used your video to change my 2016. Only needed 5 minutes or so👍

  • @PAGrunt
    @PAGrunt 2 роки тому +4

    This is pretty easy. No need to pay a mechanic to do it, especially for the cost. Only thing I did different was install an colored (Pink, which is actually purplish) LED light from Amazon. 6 pack cost me $8. I did this before after I purchased the Jeep in Sept 2020 because the OEM light was out, but after a year, the led went out again…not sure what’s up with that. If you do install an LED, check it before putting back together (polarity matters). If it doesn’t work, pull it out and flip it and check again. Then reinstall as Jeep Guy demonstrates. Took me less than 5 minutes

  • @joycebaker603
    @joycebaker603 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks , getting the knob off was the hardest thing for me but and telling me what bulb to get was great the guy at auto parts store couldn't find it in his computer lol. Completed repair in less than an hour.

  • @hannabd
    @hannabd 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome job sir thx so much. My wife is very happy. Keep'em coming

  • @lpuig73
    @lpuig73 3 роки тому +1

    I couldn't figure out what the bulb's number was.. Thanks for the help and this video.

  • @tamrasant2792
    @tamrasant2792 2 роки тому +1

    Wow thank you. Just bought a Jeep Wrangler & the shift panel isn’t working. Looks easy enough. Cant believe they wanted $500 to fix that issue.

  • @edziuw638
    @edziuw638 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the video just did mine less than 10 mins it to longer to get bulb than to install thanks again.

  • @rgestrella5078
    @rgestrella5078 Рік тому +1

    You explain things really well. Thanks.

  • @ollyoceango
    @ollyoceango 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for this! Couldn't get my 4x4 handle off but I could fit my hand under there. Got it done!

  • @leovredenbregt8131
    @leovredenbregt8131 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks man, from Aus! Certainly an easy job not to waste money by someone else doing it. Cheers 🇦🇺🇺🇸

  • @navysouthernbelle03
    @navysouthernbelle03 3 роки тому +3

    I am trying this tomorrow! Thank you for sharing ✌

  • @ramiromontoya9357
    @ramiromontoya9357 Рік тому +1

    Great job brother on this video. Thank you so much.

  • @jtlbz
    @jtlbz 3 роки тому +2

    Thanks for the video you really helped me out in my 2015 JKU.

  • @Afrojeeper1701
    @Afrojeeper1701 3 роки тому +1

    Great video!!!Thank goodness I work for Oreilly..That bulb is almost free

  • @LeoniPro
    @LeoniPro 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks bro!,
    it just happened to me and was wondering how to do this.

  • @drg5557
    @drg5557 Рік тому +1

    Love the video My bulb is burnt as well changing it tomorrow, Question you put trans and 4 wheel both into neutral, when you start reassembling trans is in park, Does that matter? Cheers

    • @White_Trash_JKU
      @White_Trash_JKU  4 місяці тому

      It just put it there because it made it easier to remove and replace bezel

  • @MarkPalmer1000
    @MarkPalmer1000 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks, took me exactly 11 minutes! Nice video!

  • @JJM-qf8dz
    @JJM-qf8dz 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks, will try mines 2012 Jeep Patriot, dealer wanted to sell a whole cup holder.

  • @adamwalker3594
    @adamwalker3594 4 роки тому +1

    Excellent video. Saved me time and money, greatly appreciate it

  • @np9565
    @np9565 2 роки тому +1

    Great video - thanks for the tips!

  • @RRCards
    @RRCards 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much, going to do this ASAP to my Jeep.

  • @peggybreaux8973
    @peggybreaux8973 9 місяців тому +1

    Thank you. Will try

  • @rickwalt8767
    @rickwalt8767 9 місяців тому +1

    Great video. Thanks.

  • @jordbjor1
    @jordbjor1 Рік тому +1

    Shifter location is on the dash too fyi
    Just changed the bulb in mine but couldn’t get the Tcase knob off but I got it changed without removing shift knob

  • @darrylbusch3058
    @darrylbusch3058 2 роки тому +1

    I wasn't able to get the 4x4 knob off, but managed to reach through the cup holder without removing the console entirely.

  • @pcallas66
    @pcallas66 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you very much.

  • @UprightBob
    @UprightBob 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks! Worked well, saved me some money. Easy instructions.

  • @EkVeninNJ
    @EkVeninNJ 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you!!

  • @support1box808
    @support1box808 4 роки тому +4

    How did you pop the four wheel drive knob off so easily? Did you loosen it up somehow first?

    • @White_Trash_JKU
      @White_Trash_JKU  4 роки тому +2

      Just pull real hard and it will pop right off. Yes, I pulled it off before the video.

  • @Desertblonde627
    @Desertblonde627 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you!!!!!!!!

  • @hannabd
    @hannabd 2 роки тому +1

    Do you have a video how to fix the AC control knobs position indicator lights?

  • @bbear1396
    @bbear1396 3 роки тому +1

    You are amazing thank you! 🐼🐼🐼🥰

  • @stevengipson5922
    @stevengipson5922 Рік тому +1

    Great idea. I just can’t get my shifter knob off on my 2015. Any suggestions?

    • @White_Trash_JKU
      @White_Trash_JKU  Рік тому

      Twist and pull..

    • @stevengipson5922
      @stevengipson5922 Рік тому

      @@White_Trash_JKU, I’ve tried. I even had my son, which is a weight lifter and he couldn’t do it. I’m not sure what I’m going to do now.

    • @White_Trash_JKU
      @White_Trash_JKU  Рік тому

      @@stevengipson5922 you can do it without pulling knob it’s just a lot tighter but can be done. Pull it down into 4wd and it will give you room under there to change with still on

    • @stevengipson5922
      @stevengipson5922 Рік тому

      @@White_Trash_JKU, thanks my friend. I will try it.

  • @carolinaa7794
    @carolinaa7794 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for this video! Now my only problem is I can't get the 4wd knob out

  • @hoit113
    @hoit113 2 роки тому +1

    감사합니다 형님!!

  • @tamrasant2792
    @tamrasant2792 2 роки тому +1

    Is there a trick to getting the 4WD knob off. I pulled real hard & it wind come off?

    • @White_Trash_JKU
      @White_Trash_JKU  2 роки тому

      It’s hard to get the knob off but persistence is key

  • @robh5789
    @robh5789 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks

  • @raymondmayes8087
    @raymondmayes8087 2 роки тому +1

    So I have a 2012 Jeep Wrangler Sport Unlimited where I had the same problem I watched a different video same thing real simple to fix problem is I tested it but I didn't turn the vehicle on and test it so I go to do early morning overtime and I want to see it come on in the dark about 1:30 in the morning but I used my remote start to start the vehicle and I think somewhere between that and putting the key in and turning it to the Run position it shorted it out probably before I put key in because when I got in the vehicle it wasn't it wasn't on and I know the light came on the day before when I was just testing it. Sorry for the long winded sentence but I'm wondering if anybody out there knows what else I can do to fix it because I just wasted half of that $6 but the same exact part they blew it before I even got a chance to put the wheels in motion open suggestions and willing to listen thanks

  • @easylifehacks6487
    @easylifehacks6487 2 роки тому +1

    You are a fucking god! Thank you for this!

  • @gildedhero5774
    @gildedhero5774 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much!!!!

  • @71grayghost
    @71grayghost 3 роки тому +2

    Gracias 👍

  • @rael6_4wd
    @rael6_4wd 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks man, it worked great. OIIIIIIIO

  • @colemanja
    @colemanja 3 роки тому +2

    The hardest part about this was removing the 4 wheel drive knob!

  • @momoshark2257
    @momoshark2257 Місяць тому

    Thank u sir

  • @rickwhoo1
    @rickwhoo1 2 роки тому +1

    This one is very easy to do... Anyone have a video for a 2009?

  • @elchino270
    @elchino270 4 місяці тому

    So I replaced the light bulb but it still wont come on is there anything else you can think of that I need to replace or look at? Thanks in advance.

    • @White_Trash_JKU
      @White_Trash_JKU  4 місяці тому

      Make sure it’s pushed in all the way. If it still doesn’t work then it’s probably the wire itself or the metal connectors where your bulb slides in

  • @rlippincott-zl6qp
    @rlippincott-zl6qp 11 місяців тому +1

    Holy hell I can’t get the 4x4 knob off. Tried everything.

    • @rlippincott-zl6qp
      @rlippincott-zl6qp 11 місяців тому +1

      I ended up just pulling the plastic piece up as high as I could and squeezing my hands underneath and getting to it. Painful, but it worked.

    • @White_Trash_JKU
      @White_Trash_JKU  10 місяців тому

      Yeah it was a difficult task but I pulled hard on it till it popped off. That way works as well 👍🏻

  • @starmember132
    @starmember132 Рік тому +1

    Can you put an led instead of that kind of bulb?

    • @White_Trash_JKU
      @White_Trash_JKU  Рік тому

      I guess as long as connector on bulb is the same it would work

    • @starmember132
      @starmember132 Рік тому +1

      @@White_Trash_JKU yeah man it did fit. In fact a T5 led bulb fitted in this 37 socket

  • @rael6_4wd
    @rael6_4wd 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks Brother! OIIIIIIIO

  • @janetflint2785
    @janetflint2785 4 роки тому +1

    Excellent video, unfortunately I still can’t get the 4wheel shifter knob off😞is there a trick, it won’t budge.

    • @christylovec2806
      @christylovec2806 4 роки тому

      I’m having the same problem. Can’t take the shifter knob off.

    • @circusclown2094
      @circusclown2094 4 роки тому +2

      @@christylovec2806 You don’t have to take the knob off the bezel will lift up enough to get your hand underneath to get to the bulb

    • @White_Trash_JKU
      @White_Trash_JKU  4 роки тому +1

      You don’t have to remove the shifter knob only the 4wd knob.. pull really hard and 4wd shift knob will pop off. 👍🏻

    • @christylovec2806
      @christylovec2806 4 роки тому

      @@White_Trash_JKU I did get it off after a few attempts. Thanks. I fix my light problem myself. Great video.

  • @devonjudah1108
    @devonjudah1108 Рік тому

    Does this process work for a 2011 Jeep Compass?

    • @White_Trash_JKU
      @White_Trash_JKU  Рік тому +1

      I’m not 100% sure but if it has lights in the prndl then more than likely it’s a small bulb right under it just like the jeep wrangler

  • @e-nubusproductions6076
    @e-nubusproductions6076 3 роки тому +2

    Is there a fuse for it?

  • @davidmilovanovich9415
    @davidmilovanovich9415 3 роки тому +1

    I tried to pull the 4x4 shift nob and it took me every thing I had and it will not come off
    It's like someone supper glued it

    • @White_Trash_JKU
      @White_Trash_JKU  3 роки тому

      You just have to pull super hard.. don’t be scared lol

  • @suzannecuyle4716
    @suzannecuyle4716 3 роки тому

    I have a 2012 Jeep Patriot, the backlight behind the gear shift area does not light up. I have looked briefly over the internet/youtube to try to find out how to change the light but cannot find anything. Does anyone know how to replace the bulb? Thanks!

  • @GeorgiaBoyJake
    @GeorgiaBoyJake 3 роки тому +1

    What bulb does it take?

  • @sh-df1bb
    @sh-df1bb Рік тому +1

    Hopefully you will see this comment since it's been 3 years but I am having a real tough time pulling off my 4 wheel drive shifter knob...any hints would be greatly appreciated. It's just not popping off as easily for me😢

  • @margaritamixx10
    @margaritamixx10 2 роки тому +1

    Don’t pull by the wire. It will rip out. I did that :( broke forever now.

  • @original_silverdee
    @original_silverdee Рік тому

    That knob came off very easy, I can’t get mine off

    • @White_Trash_JKU
      @White_Trash_JKU  Рік тому +1

      I pulled it prior to video. You have to pull like crazy. However, if you don’t want to mess with it you can still change with it on just a tight fit

  • @dreamakersphotography2176
    @dreamakersphotography2176 2 роки тому +1

    I can’t take out the 4x4 knob

  • @forfuxakes6814
    @forfuxakes6814 3 роки тому +1

    Ive replaced mine numerous times -and it only lasts a week then burns out again

    • @White_Trash_JKU
      @White_Trash_JKU  3 роки тому

      That’s probably from something wrong with wiring or a bad ground.

    • @forfuxakes6814
      @forfuxakes6814 3 роки тому

      @@White_Trash_JKU problem solved
      I put a blue LED replacement light and it’s been working fine for 6 months now!!!👍🏻

    • @misslibbyjones
      @misslibbyjones 3 роки тому +1

      @@forfuxakes6814 Can you share what light you used? brand and part number?

    • @TheTrailblazer1974
      @TheTrailblazer1974 2 роки тому

      What light you used

    • @forfuxakes6814
      @forfuxakes6814 2 роки тому

      I believe these are the ones I used
      You may want to verify the fitment
      I still haven’t had to change it since day one
      And the blue Light is actually A good look at night 👍🏻
      Hope it helped

  • @markblandford9346
    @markblandford9346 Рік тому +1

    Haha.....you made a 7:24 video with about 3:00 worth of content.

  • @tbirdlow266
    @tbirdlow266 2 роки тому +1

    jeep charging me $123 +the light !

  • @robertstahl-l3r
    @robertstahl-l3r 15 днів тому

    you've had that off before it's not that easy to pop those nobs off

  • @bernadinenason6946
    @bernadinenason6946 3 роки тому +2

    we tried and tried and even went to OReillye's and can't get the 4 wh. drive shifter head off ????? what's the trick???

    • @bernadinenason6946
      @bernadinenason6946 3 роки тому +1

      Never mind. I went to another video where you didn't have to remove the knob and it worked perfectly.

  • @jnatiw
    @jnatiw 2 роки тому +1

    Just got a 2015 wrangler and need to replace this bulb. Thanks, man! 👍👊

  • @jerryshelton3157
    @jerryshelton3157 Рік тому +1

    Thank you!

  • @5150Rockstar
    @5150Rockstar 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks

  • @jku_dogmom353
    @jku_dogmom353 3 роки тому +2

    THANK YOU!!!

  • @barrygehosky8734
    @barrygehosky8734 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you!

  • @twidget59
    @twidget59 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you!