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Old 11-13-2012, 08:16 PM
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The light on my ignition key is out. I replaced the battery and the light still does not work. Is the tiny bulb replaceable and if so does anyone know where to get one?
Old 11-13-2012, 09:27 PM
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I think the part number is 928-537-630-02 Sunset or Pelican should have it for around $8 or less plus shipping.
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There's a DIY that allows you to put a much brighter LED in place of that little light. Well worth it.
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Originally Posted by nile13
There's a DIY that allows you to put a much brighter LED in place of that little light. Well worth it.
Mike, do you know where I can find the LED? If not, I'll get the replacement bulb from Pelican that Bob suggested.
Thanks - Michael
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See if this is the problem: https://rennlist.com/forums/993-foru...mobilizer.html
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Originally Posted by Dukerdog
Mike, do you know where I can find the LED? If not, I'll get the replacement bulb from Pelican that Bob suggested.
Thanks - Michael
Michael, I followed this easy writeup: http://www.porscheresource.com/how-t...onversion.html
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Originally Posted by nile13
Michael, I followed this easy writeup: http://www.porscheresource.com/how-t...onversion.html
My key only had one battery in it when I opened it. I don't see how two batteries can fit. Can their be different types of keys? Also, where did you find the LED, Radio Shack?

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what do you use the light for? Mine works (non-LED), but never thought of even using it for anything.

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what do you use the light for? Mine works (non-LED), but never thought of even using it for anything.

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To find the ignition swtich. Pretty hard to find in the dark.
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Mike, west houston porsche has what you need in stock, call there and ask for mario in parts...
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ignition.. I never have trouble finding it.. can do with my eyes closed
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Originally Posted by element
ignition.. I never have trouble finding it.. can do with my eyes closed
I'm sure it gets easier with time
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Originally Posted by Dukerdog
My key only had one battery in it when I opened it. I don't see how two batteries can fit. Can their be different types of keys? Also, where did you find the LED, Radio Shack?
The right batteries do fit, no problem. I have this stuff in my key.
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Michael, your '96 should have ignition light bulb. Take a look above the ignition. Although if your '96 is a very early car it might not (the '95s didn't have it). That's why people with '97 don't get why we need light
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Originally Posted by nile13
Michael, your '96 should have ignition light bulb. Take a look above the ignition. Although if your '96 is a very early car it might not (the '95s didn't have it). That's why people with '97 don't get why we need light
The 96's I have seen do not have a lighted ignition - does yours?


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