2003 Chev. Cavalier - Center console/shifter light out. How do you access/replace?

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The frame that holds the "leather" in place just pops right out (come at it from one side; it'll sort of pivot around the other side -- I can't recall which is which, but trial and error works). Alternately, if you remove the six screws holding the entire center console in place, it can slide forward and rotate such that it'll clear the e-brake. Alternately alternately, if you curl your fingers underneath the boot frame on the side facing the rear of the car, you can pop the darker gray smooth plastic part of the center console entirely off while leaving the whole center console screwed in.

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I have a 2002 Chev Cavalier that had the same exact problem. I replaced the bulb harness (purchased from a chevy dealership for around $5) which was fairly easy to do. I have had zero problems with it since.

Bruce Bracey

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• Posted on May 04, 2009

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Here is what I could find, hope it helps.
Good luck.
Regards,


REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

See Figures 1 and 2
The following procedure is a general procedure for console removal. You may have to modify or skip certain steps depending upon your vehicle.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the shift knob, floor compartment door and console trim plate.
3. Remove the instrument panel accessory trim plate.
4. Unfasten the retaining bolts, detach the connector, then remove the console door.

1. Remove the seats, as outlined later in this section, in order to get to the lower rear screw(s) on the side trim panels.
2. Remove the console side trim panels.
3. If equipped, remove the switch pack housing with the switches.
4. Remove the console compartment floor protector, bolt covers and bolts.
5. Unfasten the screws mounting the console to the instrument panel and tunnel.
6. Unclip the harness and accessory plug.
7. Tag and detach all necessary electrical connectors.
8. If necessary, remove any remaining retainers.
9. Tilt the rear of the console up, then slide the front tab back out of the instrument panel and remove the console from the vehicle.

1. Position the console in the vehicle by placing the front tab of the console into the instrument panel slot, making sure to align the screw holes.
2. Attach the electrical connectors as tagged during removal.
3. The remaining of installation is the reverse of the removal procedure. Tighten the console retaining screws to 89 inch lbs. (10 Nm).

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You can run down to your local auto parts store and buy a serp belt tool. Or you can take a 3/8 drive ratchet, locate the 3/8 square hole in your tensioner and put the ratchet in the hole. For more leverage I put a deep socket over the ratchet handle and put a long 3/8 extention in the deep socket. This will provide ample leverage and will save buying more tools you do not need. Simply move the tensioner to the direction that takes pressure off of the belt.

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you need to take your dash apart find out if the light is burnt out or if it not getting the signal