Map Light Bulbs??

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Otto Rex

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I have a 95 Eddie Bauer Bronco with the overhead console. The map lights were missing when I bought it and its a pain without them (dome light does not work). Can anyone tell me what bulbs I need to buy? My local parts store says it need either a 912 or a 561 and neither one fits in the housing.

 

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yo Otto,

We have a problem my man; my 96's Owner's Guide shows 561-105 bulbs for "Dome/Map" Combination in that exact phrase

 
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Do you know if there are different styles for 561's? I have been trying to find an image of a bulb installed in the housing, no luck so far. I may be missing some hardware to hold them in.

 

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I think Owner's Guide means its a # 105 Miniature Lamp for the MAP portion of the combo MAP/Dome light

Voltage Rating 12.8 Volts - Trade Lamp Number 105 - Power Rating 1.00A - Lamp Description Auto Interior - Candle Power 12.00 Candelas - Rated Average Life 500 Hours - Base Single Contact Bayonet - Bulb B-6

if Image does not appear see it @ http://www.google.com/products/catalog?q=105+bulbs&rls=com.microsoft:en-us:IE-SearchBox&oe=&rlz=1I7ADFA_en&um=1&ie=UTF-8&cid=11089507349954358669&ei=TK0OTf-eJ4WClAeBgM3QDA&sa=X&oi=product_catalog_result&ct=result&resnum=3&ved=0CCkQ8wIwAg#

 
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That makes a bit more sense. I'll try one of those Monday.

 
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Found a pic of the parts I am missing. They are plastic caps that hold the bulb into place. Know where I can get a set?

 

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yo,

Finally the little brain floater popped and I 'membered w/so many foklks have asked same Q, in different manners over da years;

Erratic Compass & Map Lamp Operation TSB 96-8-15 in 94-96 Source: by miesk5 at Ford Bronco Zone Forums

TSB 96-8-15 Erratic Compass & Map Lamp Operation - Vehicles Built Through 2/1/96

Publication Date: APRIL 8, 1996

LIGHT TRUCK:

1993-96 EXPLORER

1994-96 BRONCO

ISSUE: Map lamp switch and/or overhead compass function operation is irregular, and/or map lamp bulbs may burn out on some vehicles. Installation of revised parts should resolve this issue.

ACTION: Replace the map lamp, switch, compass and wiring harness with a revised Overhead Console Kit (F67Z-78519C42-AA). Refer to Instruction Sheet #7151, included with the kit, for service procedure.

The Overhead Console Kit (F67Z-78519C42-AA) includes the following:

One (1) Map Lamp Assembly

One (1) Map Lamp Button

One (1) Compass

One (1) Wiring Harness

One (1) Modification Label

One (1) Instruction Sheet (I.S. #7151)

PART NUMBER PART NAME

F67Z-78519C42-AA Overhead Console Kit

OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE

WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under The Provisions Of Bumper To Bumper Warranty Coverage

OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME

960815A Replace Map Lamp And Console Assembly 0.3 Hr

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Rear Counter is a good Ford parts finder - other than calling a local dealer;F67Z78519C42AAPart:F67Z78519C42AAAvailability:

7 found at 1 dealer Price: Please Inquire

Condition:New OEM Seller Location: Cincinnati, OH - Call Seller - (513) 294-8385

Description: KIT CONSOLE ROOFClick Here to Order This PartThis part was found at a dealership that is authorized to sell the following brands: Ford

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Maybe local dealer can find the assy for you instead of the entire kit; one gave me a parts break-out diagram years ago for the console, but that was trashed during a move.

Explorer consoles appear to have same map light assy

So a yard search may be needed.

 

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yo,

Finally the little brain floater popped and I 'membered w/so many foklks have asked same Q, in different manners over da years;

Erratic Compass & Map Lamp Operation TSB 96-8-15 in 94-96 Source: by miesk5 at Ford Bronco Zone Forums

TSB 96-8-15 Erratic Compass & Map Lamp Operation - Vehicles Built Through 2/1/96

Publication Date: APRIL 8, 1996

LIGHT TRUCK:

1993-96 EXPLORER

1994-96 BRONCO

ISSUE: Map lamp switch and/or overhead compass function operation is irregular, and/or map lamp bulbs may burn out on some vehicles. Installation of revised parts should resolve this issue.

ACTION: Replace the map lamp, switch, compass and wiring harness with a revised Overhead Console Kit (F67Z-78519C42-AA). Refer to Instruction Sheet #7151, included with the kit, for service procedure.

The Overhead Console Kit (F67Z-78519C42-AA) includes the following:

One (1) Map Lamp Assembly

One (1) Map Lamp Button

One (1) Compass

One (1) Wiring Harness

One (1) Modification Label

One (1) Instruction Sheet (I.S. #7151)

PART NUMBER PART NAME

F67Z-78519C42-AA Overhead Console Kit

OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE

WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under The Provisions Of Bumper To Bumper Warranty Coverage

OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME

960815A Replace Map Lamp And Console Assembly 0.3 Hr

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Rear Counter is a good Ford parts finder - other than calling a local dealer;F67Z78519C42AAPart:F67Z78519C42AAAvailability:

7 found at 1 dealer Price: Please Inquire

Condition:New OEM Seller Location: Cincinnati, OH - Call Seller - (513) 294-8385

Description: KIT CONSOLE ROOFClick Here to Order This PartThis part was found at a dealership that is authorized to sell the following brands: Ford

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Maybe local dealer can find the assy for you instead of the entire kit; one gave me a parts break-out diagram years ago for the console, but that was trashed during a move.

Explorer consoles appear to have same map light assy

So a yard search may be needed.

I have the same assembly as Otto Rex in my overhead console, are you saying that there is a replacement assembly for that? Are you saying they don't make the bulbs for that any more?

It is a small cylinder shaped bulb with a cone shaped contact on each end.

:)>-

 

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yo Fred,

No, I was giving him the next higher assembly (One (1) Map Lamp Assembly) for the "plastic caps"

In a prev reply here, I told him; # 105 Miniature Lamp for the MAP portion of the combo MAP/Dome light

He'll prob want to get the kit anyway since the TSB did come about due to "overhead compass function operation is irregular, and/or map lamp bulbs may burn"

In the past, others have asked why their dome light portion had erratic lighting. They usually pulled both map and dome light bulbs out to stop them from flickering when used and also to stop em from affecting the compass

o you have the 92-96 overhead console in there Fred?

 

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o you have the 92-96 overhead console in there Fred?
Yah, I added it while I was doing my body metal repairs in the past year and a half. I'll have to look at that TSB. I only had it happen once, but the whole display was going nuts then it quit and hasn't happened since. I looked at the bulb by the way, the only markings on it were "A12V10W" 12 volt 10 watt, in case someone needs to replace a bad one.

:)>-

OK, DUH!!! That is the service bulletin :blush: :blush:

 
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yo Fred & Otto,

ok, thanks Fred.

It is prob the 561 bulb as you described..."It is a small cylinder shaped bulb with a cone shaped contact on each end..."

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GE 561 Image @ Rock Auto = http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/moreinfo.php?pk=2548284

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Lamp,12.8 V,561,Pk2Item # 3BA99Miniature Lamp, Trade Number 561, T3 Lamp Shape, Rigid Loop Lamp Base, Primary Application Automotive, Voltage 12.8, 12.4 Amps/Watts

Miniature-Lamp-3BA79_AS01.JPG


Image @ http://images.grainger.com/B322_21/images/products/250x250/Miniature-Lamp-3BA79_AS01.JPG

 

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yo,

to get an assy;

For a YARD SEARCH on-line, I use;

http://www.mypartshop.com

Select All Parts

year, etc, then FORD TRUCK

Saw 3 pages of hits for your zip (I went back and saw your post about your zip)

First 3 hits.95

BRONCO Console

RED GOOD 0 S01393

27381 0.0 Call 88 Call Florida Auto Parts, Inc.

518-843-2498

800-858-8744

Florida Auto Parts, Inc.

Louis

518-843-2498

800-858-8744

5915 State Hwy 30

Amsterdam NY 12010

www.florida-part.com

95

BRONCO Console

TAN COL-AT STORAGE 188 7649

238190 0.0 Call 135 Call Nuwer Auto Parts Inc.

716-537-2800

800-333-3031

Nuwer Auto Parts Inc.

716-537-2800

800-333-3031

7178 Vermont Hill Road

Holland NY 14080

95

BRONCO Console

RED 0 0858

52425 0.0 $60.00 190 Call BILL'S AUTO PARTS TOLLAND

860-875-6231

800-552-4557

BILL'S AUTO PARTS TOLLAND

Greg or Jeri

860-875-6231

800-552-4557

844 Tolland Stage Road

Tolland CT 06084

www.bills-autoparts.com

95

BRONCO Console

POW XLT GRY BUC AT BROKEN LATCH 0 100086

5584 0.0 Call 212 Call AUTO & TRUCK

 

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yo Fred & Otto,

ok, thanks Fred.

It is prob the 561 bulb as you described..."It is a small cylinder shaped bulb with a cone shaped contact on each end..."

r00218v29.jpg


GE 561 Image @ Rock Auto = http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/moreinfo.php?pk=2548284

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grainger.com

Lamp,12.8 V,561,Pk2Item # 3BA99Miniature Lamp, Trade Number 561, T3 Lamp Shape, Rigid Loop Lamp Base, Primary Application Automotive, Voltage 12.8, 12.4 Amps/Watts

Miniature-Lamp-3BA79_AS01.JPG


Image @ http://images.grainger.com/B322_21/images/products/250x250/Miniature-Lamp-3BA79_AS01.JPG
That is not it. I'll see if I can get a picture of it. Total over all length is about 1". I will go to my local friendly parts guy today and see if he has them. The one in the picture is too big to fit in and the wrong shape on the end. The glass part on the correct bulb is only about 1/2 inch or shorter.

:)>-

 

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