Got my kit a few days ago from you and put the lights in last night. Following this video and minus my crappy soldering skills the replacement bulbs worked out great for my `00 Chevy Tahoe. Thank you!
Well, now that I know how tedious it is to replacing my climate control & radio light bulbs? I’ll stick to a flashlight. I’m not good with a soldering iron at all. I’d cook everything. I do appreciate the step by step instruction though. My light bulbs were all replaced by my deceased auto mechanic about ten years ago. I never knew how much work was required in doing this task? Thanks for the complete professional guide.
Thanks for the video. Only thing I'd suggest is showing how you installed the new bulbs. I just bought a soldering iron, so I'm excited to try this. I bought a used control unit and the lower lights don't work. Bought a second one and....yup, 4 buttons don't work on this one either. Ugh. Should have done the replacement first.
I followed your instructions from another video and replaced my AC Delco radio with green LEDs. They look great. Now I want to replace the climate control bulbs with green LEDs as well so they match. I found that using an ohm meter set to the 200 ohm range I can check the polarity of the LEDs by illuminating them before I solder them in. In this case it looks like I need a set of 6 volt and 12 volt LEDs. If the 3mm green LEDs from the radio install are the same diameter or smaller they should work for the 12 volt bulbs. As far as the 6 volt LEDs according to the images from the incandescent bulbs they look to be the same diameter. Is there a part number for a set of 6 volt 3mm green LEDs with spacers?
What size are the small LED bulbs for the instrument cluster? I did the six large ones, but want to complete the accessory signals and the PRNDL..I bought the radio bulbs for my 2001 Silverado from you and they look great..
HI. The lights that illuminate the places that indicate whether I have recirculating air or outside are not illuminated on my climate control unit on my 2002 suburban. Any idea how to fix them?
Those bulbs should be the smaller 12v ones on the bottom in the video. If it's not illuminating which one is selected, those are the LEDs next to the buttons on the bottom circuit board.
I would caution to be careful to not 'pick' away any solder around the holes where the lights connect. Even using your finger nail to pick away a pieice can damage the trace wire molded into the circuit board. Also if do break the connection by damaging a trace wire, it will break the circuit and none of the lights will work. Learned from experience :(
Have you done an led conversion on one of these styles yet ? I seen you have the kit for 03& up but i have a 2000 looking for the leds if not would you be able to tell me what size leds I need ?
Alfonso Sauceda There isn't a part number for Led's delco did not use Led's in this particular unit. If you want Led's you will have to find some with the correct voltage. I have not done this conversion yet but it is on my to do list.
Which bulbs should I purchase for the cluster on the left side of the dash i.e. 4x4 controls. I was thinking I should just get the same set of lights you recommend for the radio. In my shopping cart so far I have the set for the a/c controls ($18.99) and the set for the radio (8.99)
Very helpful thank you! Just need to figure out where I can get 6 volt bulbs that are blue I've been looking everywhere and have only found 12-14 volt bulbs that are blue. Anyone able to help me out?
As far as I know there are no 6 volt leds out there you would have to use resistors or you can just buy one of our kits the leds we sell will work from 6 to 14 volts without resistors and here is a link to them....carradiobulbs.com/store-4/delco-chevy-climate-control-led-light-bulbs-1999-20021/
i bought a bunch of led 12 v bulbs , the size of the ones in the power window switches, but there are even smaller ones ive noticed in the heated seat switch , ive soldered white led bulbs in both , jsut ended up using the bigger size in the heated seat switch, soldered it right to the board instead of using the little twist turn u lock the bulb in with to make it fit , they dont shine the same white tho, theres a coating i guess on the switch to make it shine different ? between the window switches and heated seat switch >? and how do u know whats 6v and 12v ? the heated seat and window switches 12v ?
How do you determine what pin is positive and the other negative for both the 6v DC and 12 v DC? I'm assuming these bulbs are polarized because they are DC volt rated, yes?
@@Car-Radio-Bulbs thanks for the quick response. Question, if I decide to use LED's, which one's would you recommend for the climate control, and the headlight dimmer control panel of which you did a vid on? BTW great vids. I have already order the bulbs for this one but LED's sound cool too if that will work reliably. FYI, I have a 2002 Silverado 2500HD diesel regular cab long bed.
Just talked to the dealership switch assembly is discontinued no way to even buy a new one. Thank you so much for this video I'm planning on switching bulbs out
jason 9 flux is used to help the solder adhere to the material that is being soldered together a solder sucker tool ( and other variations) is used to remove solder from a board once the solder is heated to temp
The problem is sourcing the right led Most dome styles create hot spots as they say or areas that are much brighter than others. They need a diffuser on them or something that spreads the light out Obviously not hard for you to do. But if you do this for a living or side income there are plenty of people who will pay for colors I did mine in blue for the top controls to match the rest of my cluster and white for the lowers I will be doing the 4x4 selector and headlight switch soon as i figure out the bulb sizes
FINALLY a how to video that shows you step by step, this needs to be linked to the GM truck forums, I'm ordering mine today.
Order came, fixed my light bulbs, maybe 20 minutes, fairly easy.
Thanks for the kind words about my video, I try to make it as easy as I can for everyone.
Got my kit a few days ago from you and put the lights in last night. Following this video and minus my crappy soldering skills the replacement bulbs worked out great for my `00 Chevy Tahoe.
Thank you!
What are the sz or Molde number are they
Well, now that I know how tedious it is to replacing my climate control & radio light bulbs? I’ll stick to a flashlight. I’m not good with a soldering iron at all. I’d cook everything.
I do appreciate the step by step instruction though. My light bulbs were all replaced by my deceased auto mechanic about ten years ago. I never knew how much work was required in doing this task? Thanks for the complete professional guide.
We can do the repair for you just go here....carradiobulbs.com/products/delco-99-02-chevy-gmc-truck-heater-control-panel-illumination-service-1/
Thanks! Finally got it done this afternoon and they work perfectly!
Glad to hear it.
Thanks for the video. Only thing I'd suggest is showing how you installed the new bulbs. I just bought a soldering iron, so I'm excited to try this. I bought a used control unit and the lower lights don't work. Bought a second one and....yup, 4 buttons don't work on this one either. Ugh. Should have done the replacement first.
Thanks for the vid very helpful just I can’t really find the 6 volts bulbs and the 12v look a little different than original
Did my 2001 Chevy Silverado-Worked to perfection!!
Glad everything worked good for you.
Nicely done video. Made it very clear how to disassemble, service and reassemble this unit.
Thanks Glad you liked it.
i'm having a hard time finding these small bulbs. where do i find them?
Check the replies below.
You can check them out here audioxpress.org/listing/delco-chevy-climate-control-light-bulbs-2000-2002/
Thanks for the useful video, I going to give this a try.
Good information
Thanks
Wonderful, and very informative video. Thank you for the step by step process
Your welcome.
Very nice video. Thank you
Great video thank you for sharing
I followed your instructions from another video and replaced my AC Delco radio with green LEDs. They look great. Now I want to replace the climate control bulbs with green LEDs as well so they match. I found that using an ohm meter set to the 200 ohm range I can check the polarity of the LEDs by illuminating them before I solder them in. In this case it looks like I need a set of 6 volt and 12 volt LEDs. If the 3mm green LEDs from the radio install are the same diameter or smaller they should work for the 12 volt bulbs. As far as the 6 volt LEDs according to the images from the incandescent bulbs they look to be the same diameter. Is there a part number for a set of 6 volt 3mm green LEDs with spacers?
I have not been able to find any 6 volt led bulbs anywhere. You will have to buy some 3 volt ones and add a resistor to them .
Thank you for your response. That's sounds like a great work around. You know what they say. Where there's a will there's a way.
What size are the small LED bulbs for the instrument cluster? I did the six large ones, but want to complete the accessory signals and the PRNDL..I bought the radio bulbs for my 2001 Silverado from you and they look great..
I don't know because I don't work on the clusters.
Thanks
Great video! Do you sell bulbs for an 05 Chevy Cavalier?
For both door lock switches, climate control, mirror switch in my 2000 Silverado witch ones are 3mm bulbs
HI. The lights that illuminate the places that indicate whether I have recirculating air or outside are not illuminated on my climate control unit on my 2002 suburban. Any idea how to fix them?
Those bulbs should be the smaller 12v ones on the bottom in the video. If it's not illuminating which one is selected, those are the LEDs next to the buttons on the bottom circuit board.
This was an awesome video. I'm hoping your still in business and planning to order parts or possibly attain your service..Thanks
Yes we are still in business and upgrading and repairing items daily.
I would caution to be careful to not 'pick' away any solder around the holes where the lights connect. Even using your finger nail to pick away a pieice can damage the trace wire molded into the circuit board. Also if do break the connection by damaging a trace wire, it will break the circuit and none of the lights will work. Learned from experience :(
Luckily these are a dime a dozen at the junkyard. Practice on the junkyard one first.
Awesome....but I have to wonder why it the H*ll did they put in 6v bulbs in a 12v system?
Have you done an led conversion on one of these styles yet ? I seen you have the kit for 03& up but i have a 2000 looking for the leds if not would you be able to tell me what size leds I need ?
For 5mm blue and white leds you have to use a 330ohm resist for 12v
can u help me trying to replace them with red led would u know the part # for 2001 Silverado
Alfonso Sauceda There isn't a part number for Led's delco did not use Led's in this particular unit. If you want Led's you will have to find some with the correct voltage. I have not done this conversion yet but it is on my to do list.
audioxpress 1 did you ever figure out what the correct voltage it?
SAVAGE ON THA TRACK no
Which bulbs should I purchase for the cluster on the left side of the dash i.e. 4x4 controls. I was thinking I should just get the same set of lights you recommend for the radio. In my shopping cart so far I have the set for the a/c controls ($18.99) and the set for the radio (8.99)
I'm not sure about the 4x4 controls, but they are more than likely 4mm bulbs.
Very helpful thank you! Just need to figure out where I can get 6 volt bulbs that are blue I've been looking everywhere and have only found 12-14 volt bulbs that are blue. Anyone able to help me out?
As far as I know there are no 6 volt leds out there you would have to use resistors or you can just buy one of our kits the leds we sell will work from 6 to 14 volts without resistors and here is a link to them....carradiobulbs.com/store-4/delco-chevy-climate-control-led-light-bulbs-1999-20021/
@@Car-Radio-Bulbs thank you! I totally missed these when I checked your website! Thank thank God bless you!
TY for this video
I don't know if you have any insight on this, but I put all the new lights in and only two of them work. Any tips?
i bought a bunch of led 12 v bulbs , the size of the ones in the power window switches, but there are even smaller ones ive noticed in the heated seat switch , ive soldered white led bulbs in both , jsut ended up using the bigger size in the heated seat switch, soldered it right to the board instead of using the little twist turn u lock the bulb in with to make it fit ,
they dont shine the same white tho, theres a coating i guess on the switch to make it shine different ? between the window switches and heated seat switch >? and how do u know whats 6v and 12v ? the heated seat and window switches 12v ?
Thank you !
You're welcome!
Are you able to perform this service if we send the unit to you?
Yes I can here is a link to the service carradiobulbs.com/store-4/delco-99-02-chevy-gmc-truck-heater-control-panel-illumination-service1/
Can anyone let me know where to buy led bulbs for climate control panel can't find them anywhere
You can get the complete kit here carradiobulbs.com/store-4/delco-chevy-climate-control-led-light-bulbs-1999-20021/
Anyone know what size bulbs to look up?
You can get replacements here.
What type of soldering iron are you using?
Hi do you have any videos for 2007 and up ?
No, sorry, I do not.
What about an 2005?
How do you determine what pin is positive and the other negative for both the 6v DC and 12 v DC? I'm assuming these bulbs are polarized because they are DC volt rated, yes?
It doesn't matter what way you put these bulbs in. It only matters if you are installing led's.
@@Car-Radio-Bulbs thanks for the quick response. Question, if I decide to use LED's, which one's would you recommend for the climate control, and the headlight dimmer control panel of which you did a vid on? BTW great vids. I have already order the bulbs for this one but LED's sound cool too if that will work reliably. FYI, I have a 2002 Silverado 2500HD diesel regular cab long bed.
@@Car-Radio-Bulbs Jeff it worked out great.
Looks like I’m gunna have to learn to solder lol.
Are the three 12v's 3mm?
whats the power source you used to make it light up ?
It is a 12 volt power supply that I bought at Radio Shack many years ago.
How do tell what’s negative and what’s positive when installing the bulb?
When installing light bulbs it does not matter which way they go in you only need to know what is positive and what is negative when installing led's.
What size LEDs do you replacing the bulbs with?
I don't use led bulbs in these units.
What the reason why not to use them ?
What size are the smaller 12v bulbs? Thanks
You can check them out here audioxpress.org/listing/delco-chevy-climate-control-light-bulbs-2000-2002/
Hi there I need the bulbs kit for it were can i get it thanks
You can get the bulbs here...carradiobulbs.com/products/delco-chevy-climate-control-light-bulbs-1/
Is this the same process needed to use if replacing with led bulbs? Thanks
No it's not LED'S have to be polarity correct to work.
Jordan Jones I
@@Car-Radio-Bulbs so how would you check them, solder them on then check and redo it if it's the wrong way??
@@sean.g4516 these are not led's so it does not matter which they go in, when your done soldering them in test them in the vehicle.
What size are the bulbs please .thanks
You can check them out here audioxpress.org/listing/delco-chevy-climate-control-light-bulbs-2000-2002/
What are the bulb sizes?
Is it just as easy to replace the whole switch assembly..??
Allyn Loring sure is easier to replace the whole assembly if you got a couple hundred bucks or you can do it this way for under $20
Just talked to the dealership switch assembly is discontinued no way to even buy a new one. Thank you so much for this video I'm planning on switching bulbs out
@@tylerwest6855 pull-a-part got these switches all day in recked trucks for maybe 5-7 bucks if you don't wanna jst change the bulbs your self
Are they all 3mm or 5mm or mixed ?
but it will be the same color right ?? even if we changed the color of the bulbs !
I don't get the question.
Get some flux to absorb the solder when removing from a board
jason 9
flux is used to help the solder adhere to the material that is being soldered together a solder sucker tool ( and other variations) is used to remove solder from a board once the solder is heated to temp
Like Jesse said, flux isn't for absorbing solder. You need either the vacuum tool or a copper braid.
What are the part numbers of the lights?
Our part number is 1500 and they can be found here carradiobulbs.com/store-3/delco-chevy-climate-control-light-bulbs-1/
Just got a led kit
Now question: they are led
Do they need to go in a certain way?
One has a long leg one is short
Dont want to solder them in wrong
Yes they need to go in a certain way.
Do not know any other answers sorry
@@shakenfake it was worth a shot.
i tested the led 1st then traced the + & - to figure out what way they went
The power and ground part of this video helped me tremendously btw
@@snowplowin5937 I just answered based on previous knowledge I have not done this swap yet but I really should....
The problem is sourcing the right led
Most dome styles create hot spots as they say or areas that are much brighter than others.
They need a diffuser on them or something that spreads the light out
Obviously not hard for you to do.
But if you do this for a living or side income there are plenty of people who will pay for colors
I did mine in blue for the top controls to match the rest of my cluster and white for the lowers
I will be doing the 4x4 selector and headlight switch soon as i figure out the bulb sizes
Do I need 6 volt or 12 volt bulbs for my chevy avalanche 2002?thanks.
Both.
Where did u get the bulbs?
You can get them here audioxpress.org/listing/delco-chevy-climate-control-light-bulbs-1999-2002/
one of chevys greater ideas lol
I didn't realize mine had lights to be honest.
Will these bulbs work for the headlight and dimmer switch unit too?
Hello, no. But these will audioxpress.org/listing-category/delco-gm-headlight-switch-light-bulb