1995 - 2002 GM OBS Truck & Van Dash Switch Burnt Out Bulb Repair / Customization (Chevy & GMC)

In this video we will replace the bulbs that illuminate various switches on the dash of 1995 thru 2002 GMT400 old body style (OBS) GM trucks from Chevrolet, GMC, Holden, and Cadillac. These incandescent bulbs are not meant to be user serviceable and GM would expect you to simply replace the whole switch, but these parts are largely discontinued now so that is no longer an viable option. The most common type of dash switch designs are shown, and the bulbs and approach are common to any of the switch illumination problems for these years, as well as many of the earlier years and carry over OBS commercial trucks into 2000 2001 and 2002. The type of bulb you need is a solder lead 14VDC 3mm x 6.5mm T1 size clear incandescent bulb. You can replace with any color you like to customize your truck, or even an LED instead. In the video I replace the bulbs with a 3mm x 8mm T1 bulb and it fit into the switch housings just fine. This repair will directly apply to 1995 1996 1997 1998 thru 1999 GM truck and van dash switches for Rear Hatch (GM Part 15687025), Cargo Lamp (GM Part 15687023), and Aux Light (GM Part 15704482) as well as Rear Wiper Washer (GM Part 15687026). While I do not show the same design switches in the video, the procedure can be applied to the same model years Fog Light (GM Part 15687022), Rear Heat (GM Part 15687027), and Passenger Air Bag (GM Part 15027105) design switches as well. The eBay and Amazon search links below are paid links, for which I may be compensated and earn a commission, if you choose to buy the parts and tools shown in this video thru them: T1 bulbs: https://ebay.us/S4kPP3 Or if you just want to replace the switches outright for GM 15687023, 15687025, 15687026, 15687027, 15704482, 15687022, and 15027105: https://ebay.us/jq27hg And if I've saved you some $$ here, consider some coins for the coffee tip-jar! https://ko-fi.com/drshock Chapters: 0:00 - Problem overview 0:51 - Switch disassembly 7:51 - Reassembly 13:29 - Testing #drshock #obstruck #obstrucks Disclaimer: DrShock, the alias for the human content creator for this YouTube channel, is not responsible for any damages, injuries, losses, or liabilities associated with any repairs, upgrades, or maintenance performed on yours, or any other, vehicle whatsoever. No warranty, express or implied, is made as to the accuracy or completeness of any information provided within this channel. Viewing and using the “as-is" information of this channel is totally at your own risk. Always wear personal protection equipment and follow appropriate vehicle manufacturer service manual guidelines with original manufacturer parts only when performing any repairs, upgrades, or maintenance upon any vehicle.