RE: 164 ext. temp backlight and paint

["Curtis Norheim" <curtis.norheim@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

I have the same problem on my 91 164L I don't remember exactly how I got the
console out but It wasn't hard. Anyway I opened the console and replaced a
couple of bulbs that were out but the ext. temp
LED doesn't seem to have a bulb. (not that I could find) It seemed to me
that the backlight was built in to the LED. Anyone, correct me if I'm
wrong(I Hope I am) and I'll try again.

Question: I got a new handle for my drivers door, will a local high end body
shop be able to mix up the 91 164L black paint without any problems or do I
need to bring them any special data?

Thanks
Curt Norheim
91 164L
Huntsville, AL

Jeff Matson <jsm8@domain.elided>
Subject: 164 ext temp light access?

The backlighting for the external temp. readout is dead in my '91 164.
I looked thru the 164 FAQ and found what I thought would be simple
instructions to open the console and replace the bulb.  I couldn't get
anything to budge, however.  If I'm reading correctly, the padded strip
to the left of the AC console needs to be removed to allow access to a
couple of screws, then the whole face hinges open and bulbs can be
changed.  I can't move the padded strip (tried sliding it down as per
FAQ directions) -- is there a trick, or do I just need to apply more
force?  Do other pieces need to be removed first or something?  I'm
puzzled, and don't want to break anything.

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