Jeff
Replaced the backpanel lamp the other day.It's the same as the fan speed
backlighting.
You can pull the heater knobs -they come staight out with a little effort.
The backplate is held in place (push fit) at top right hand corner and
bottom left hand corner.Pry gently with screwdriver.
Hope this helps
Gerry

----- Original Message -----
From: "Jeff Palmer" <jpalmer@MTS.NET>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Friday, August 16, 2002 3:55 PM
Subject: heater control panel backlight replacement

> i need to replace the bulb that lights up the heater control panel.  i've
> searched the archives and found one method where you have to remove the
> instrument cluster and one where you pull off the heater knobs and pry
back
> the faceplate.  that sounds easier!  anyone else try that method?  how do
> you get the heater knobs off without damaging them?
>
> i've replaced the bulb that illuminates the rear heater fan before.  is it
> the same type of bulb?  man, those are fussy.
>
> Jeff
> 85 Westfalia GL
> Winnipeg