Interior light LED conversion

[suprasurrey]

I`ve just completed this modification to my interior light so that it accepts 11mm x 38mm LED Festoon bulbs. You need to drill out all of the rivets that hold the reflectors and the spring contact. Swap the reflectors from one side to the other and fix with M2.5 x 6mm screws and nuts (Model shops should stock these). Drill out the dimple in the spring contact and cut off the two projections (the metal is quite tough, so use a sharp drill!!). Open out the mounting hole in the spring contact to accept an M2.5 screw. Fix the spring contact in position and bend it to 45 degrees. Pop the LED bulbs in and check that they are secure. Reconnect the light and check that the bulbs work, if not, turn them round to change the polarity. Refit the light and admire your handy work:d The whole job took less than 1 hour and cost me £6.99.

Edited July 12, 2008 by suprasurrey (see edit history)

[Supradoopa]

How did you manage to take the unit out of the lining?

[suprasurrey]

How did you manage to take the unit out of the lining?

There are two small slots at the front of the clear lens, insert a screwdriver into these slots and prise the lens out. you will now find two Philips screws at either end of the light assembly, undo these and ease the light out of the head lining. To uncouple the electrical connector, push a small screwdriver down the side where the clip is and pull apart. I hope this helps you, if you get stuck at any stage please ask as I`m happy to help;)

[Supradoopa]

Nice one cheers mate