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Instrument Cluster Lens And Bulb Replacement (00-T-27)
Reference number: 00-T-27
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LENS AND BULB REPLACEMENT
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
| SATURN: | 2000 and 2001 S-Series and L-Series vehicles. |
| SECTION: | Body and Accessories |
SUBJECT
Service Information Regarding Instrument Cluster Lens and Bulb Replacement.
MODELS AFFECTED
2000 and 2001 Saturn S-Series and L-Series Vehicles.
PURPOSE
This bulletin provides service information on instrument cluster lens replacement.
Do not replace the instrument cluster assembly if the lens assembly is damaged or if one or more of the bulbs listed below are burned out.
The following instrument cluster parts are serviced separately:
- The instrument cluster lens assembly.
- The odometer backlighting bulb (white base).
- The instrument cluster illumination bulbs (blue base).
- The daytime running lamp (DRL) telltale bulb (blue base).
- The high beam indicator bulb (blue base).
- The turn signal indicator bulbs (blue base).
All other instrument cluster telltales are illuminated by light emitting diodes (LEDs), which are integrated into the instrument cluster assembly. An LED-related failure will require the replacement or the instrument cluster assembly.
Refer to the procedure in this bulletin to replace the instrument cluster lens and any serviceable bulbs.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.