Are the HVAC controls lit?

[co77493]

Strange question, but I notice that the 3 knobs (Vent position, Temp, Fan) on my car don't have any kind of light at night.

Is this normal?

[Randy Forbes]

Good timing. After replacing mine last night, I just got done updating this topic on the other forum...

Note that while not shown, the head unit has to be removed first, so be sure to have the security code if it's the factory unit. The CD head unit requires a 2.5mm Allen wrench to remove, the cassette player takes a special five (5) sided tool available from the dealer.

[co77493]

Thanks Randy,

I am getting ready to put a new stereo unit in probably this week, so I'm glad I asked.

Wierd that both lights would fail.

Standard bulbs from auto parts store I hope?

As always, great instructions.

[schernov]

Thanks Randy,

I am getting ready to put a new stereo unit in probably this week, so I'm glad I asked.

Wierd that both lights would fail.

Standard bulbs from auto parts store I hope?

As always, great instructions.

Nope. bulbs are special.

[co77493]

Why, oh why, did I just know that was going to be the case......!!

[jmiseo2008]

Nice Writeup! Mine also need to be replaced.

[SunzOut]

Why, oh why, did I just know that was going to be the case......!!

All these little "special" bits are what makes a BMW "Special"

Nice Post Randy.

[gregsauls]

Expensive little buggers too... $6-$9 each!

HVAC Bulb part# 61138353797

[schernov]

Expensive little buggers too... $6-$9 each!

HVAC Bulb part# 61138353797

Just feel special

[Vigilante]

kind of same topic, but does the a/c light switch only light up when pressed even with lights on?

[schernov]

correct. AC switch lights up only when pressed. I wish it was lit up by default and then lit up brighter when pressed - same as heated seats switches do.

[Vigilante]

correct. AC switch lights up only when pressed. I wish it was lit up by default and then lit up brighter when pressed - same as heated seats switches do.

Agreed and thanks

[vjcamp]

On my 96 z3 there was also two screws (one on each side) holding the HVAC controls in. Bought my bulbsat the dealer, cost $6.52 each

[gregsauls]

On my 96 z3 there was also two screws (one on each side) holding the HVAC controls in. Bought my bulbsat the dealer, cost $6.52 each

$9 each at Pelican.

[duss]

Hi,
Working up a list of part and projects for next weekend.. This is one of them for sure.
Looks like the perfect how to however seems the pics are gone, anyone know where is can see them or another post the would help?
Thanks in advance!!

[fandsw]

Try this alternative link: http://zroadster.org/wiki/bmw-z3/mai...control-bulbs/

[duss]

That works!!! Thanks for the quick response on an old post!!