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Problem Removing 96 LS400 Rear Dome Lights

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Old 07-27-09, 08:38 AM
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Default Problem Removing 96 LS400 Rear Dome Lights

Ok, so I may be the only one with this issue after searching the forums, but is there an easier way to remove the 194 wedge bulbs from the rear dome light housings? I already know to close the door when I'm in the car so that I won't burn my fingers, but I can't seem to grab hold of them. The ones closer to the rear of the car are easily accessible, but the front pair have a reflector which make it harder to pinch the bulbs and pull them out. I've yet to scan through my FSM for a way to remove the entire housing without breaking it, but maybe some of you know of a simple way to remove these bulbs without breaking anything or shorting out the wiring. Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks!
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the bulb itself?
i didnt care so i used some needlenose pliers to get a grip on it.
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me too-ended up breaking one of the bulbs, but it came out with the needlenose pliers...
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Yea, I need a better pair of needle-nose pliers. They don't have any grip on these bulbs either. I'm almost ready to just break the bulb and grab onto the base with them. I can't believe I'm struggling with something so minor. lol
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