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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 1999 🢒 Jimmy - 2WD 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Lighting Systems 🢒 Ashtray Lamp Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.

    2. Object Number: 293755 Size: SH
  2. Remove the ash tray.
  3. Remove the knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.
  4. Remove the screws that retain the ash tray housing to the instrument panel.

    5. Object Number: 4944 Size: SH
  5. Slide the ash tray housing forward.
  6. Remove the bulb from the ash tray housing.
    7. 6.1. Squeeze the metal tangs on the bulb shield.
    6.2. Lift the bulb from the socket.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 4944 Size: SH
  1. Install the bulb to the ash tray housing.
    2. 1.1. Insert the bulb into the socket.
    1.2. Squeeze the tangs on the bulb shield and push the bulb shield into the housing.

    Object Number: 293755 Size: SH
  2. Slide the ash tray housing back into the instrument panel.

    3. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the screws that retain the ash tray housing to the instrument panel.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 1.9 N·m (17 lb in).

  4. Install the knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.
  5. Install the ash tray.
  6. Connect the battery negative cable.