How do you replace the bulbs in the climate control unit for 1998 Honda Accord EXR?

Answer 1

Hi, if this is a manual unit (no digital screen display) follow these steps :

Prey the bottom side of the clock box to remove it first (with flat head screwdriver, cover with tape to prevent scratch !) then unplug its 2 connectors by pressing a clip on the side, shaking a little when pulling out.

There is 1st screw right behind the clock and other 2 screws on the bottom edge of the panel (below radio) .

Remove all three screws and 2 knobs of the climate control unit .

Gently lift from the bottom of the panel (at the 2 screws just removed), there are 2 clips on both sides and 2 others on top of the panel, so you can prey or just lift the panel slowly .

Unplug 2 connector behind the unit (do not forget press the clips)

From the back of the unit, there are 1 bulb with wire on the blower knob, turn just a little counterclockwise to remove . 3 other bulbs locate inside three round slots (easy to see with white flat bases), use flat head screwdriver to turn just a little as other bulb .

Now you can change all 4 new bulbs then before to do the reverse steps :

Try to plug in only the connector on the unit (NOT the blower knob) to test the bulbs ( ignition key ON ) .

There is another bulb on the clock box if it needs to be replaced too.

Have fun .......!