KayLR

Member

• Jun 17, 2021

• #1

Hi all,

As some of you may know I recently got myself a freelander 1, I was wondering if anyone knew a fix for a dim clock on the console? Its working and in certain lights you can read it but it's just incredibly dim and sometimes completely dark. I dont really want to buy a complete new clock unless I have to. (Its a digital led/LCD type)
Thanks!!

 

kernowsvenski

Well-Known Member

• Jun 17, 2021

• #2

Have you checked the bulb?

 

KayLR

Member

• Jun 17, 2021

• #3

I didnt realise there was a bulb in there if I am completely honest, this will be my first port of call

 

andyfreelandy

Well-Known Member

• Jun 17, 2021

• #4

There is a very small wire ended bulb that provides back-light and dips when the car lights are on so as not to distract.
The bulb is accessed by removing the clock trim, then the clock and it is in a twist holder at the rear of the clock.
Ebay sell the 12v mini bulbs.

 

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vic.middleton

Active Member

• Dec 7, 2023

• #5

KayLR said:

Hi all,

As some of you may know I recently got myself a freelander 1, I was wondering if anyone knew a fix for a dim clock on the console? Its working and in certain lights you can read it but it's just incredibly dim and sometimes completely dark. I dont really want to buy a complete new clock unless I have to. (Its a digital led/LCD type)
Thanks!!

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You can replace the bulb with an led one with a higher equivalent wattage

 

PaulN

Active Member

• Mar 6, 2024

• #6

Quick update on replacement bulbs…. Managed to order 10off from eBay, if when I got it works fine happy to send one to anyone that has a blown bulb for the cost of a stamp.

Ordered these:

12V 100mA 1.2W 5mm Wire Ended lamps NEW Qty.10

12V 100mA 1.2W 5mm Wire Ended lamps NEW Qty.10 | eBay

Buy it now price is for Qty. MCC, Wire Ended, LES, Midget Flange etc.

www.ebay.co.uk

Cheers

Paul