Ceiling Light - Intermittently or Totally Inoperative

00-068

October 17, 2000

Applies To:
1996-99 Civic 2-door DX, HX - ALL
2000 Civic 2-door DX, HX - From VIN 1HGEJ6...YL000001 thru 1HGEJ6...YL056709
1996-99 Civic 3-door - ALL
2000 Civic 3-door - From VIN 2HGEJ6...YH00001 thru 2HGEJ6...YH107534

Ceiling Light Stops Working

SYMPTOM

The ceiling light does not work, or it works only intermittently. It may work if you push on the switch or the ceiling light housing.

PROBABLE CAUSE

The switch contacts are open because the terminal base is bowed.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Replace the ceiling light assembly.

PARTS INFORMATION

Ceiling Light Assembly:
P/N 34250-S04-003ZA, H/C 4842209





WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.

Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Service Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

1. Remove the ceiling light lens.

2. Remove the mounting bolt, then remove the light housing from the ceiling.

3. Disconnect the electrical connector.





4. Compare the new ceiling light assembly to the one just removed to make sure it is the new style.

5. Install the new ceiling light assembly in the reverse order.

6. Test the light.





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