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Re: CENTER CONSOLE [webberse]
by nosirrahg
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Jun 04, 2006 (7:54 pm)
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Replying to: webberse (Jun 03, 2006 6:43 pm)
I've actually never looked, as my cup holders are still holding together. While I haven't compared the two, I can't imagine why the 2001-2005 bench seat console/armrest wouldn't fit in a 2000 model. My recommendation would be to find a "you pull it" parts place and see if you can find one, and also see what's involved in removing/replacing the part - if you can tear into the parts car seat and figure it out, you'll get a pretty good idea as to whether it's doable or not.
My guess is it should be a pretty simple connection between the bracket that is connected to the seat, and the actual armrest...but I'd experiment with the donor car first just in case.
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- #750 of 778
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Re: 2003 Impala 9C1 Eibach spring fiasco... [cloudshift]
by frstr8
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Jun 26, 2006 (3:21 pm)
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Replying to: cloudshift (Jul 27, 2005 6:10 pm)
Brad,
My guess would be that an axle got bent during the installation of the new springs.
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- #751 of 778
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Changing the map light bulbs in the rear view mirror
by maijinsting
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Jul 19, 2006 (7:18 pm)
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Hey guys and gals, I'm new here. I have a 2004 Chevy Imapala and I'm trying to change all of the interior bulbs in the vehicle to red. the bulbs are 194, but I seem to be having trouble pulling them out of the map lights in the mirror.
i don't have a manual for my vehicle but a co-worker of mine doubts that it would be in there. Any solutions or suggestions on how to get the small bulbs out of the bottom of the rear view mirror?
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- #752 of 778
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Re: Changing the map light bulbs in the rear view mirror [maijinsting]
by nosirrahg
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Jul 19, 2006 (7:53 pm)
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Replying to: maijinsting (Jul 19, 2006 7:18 pm)
As luck would have it, I replaced my auto-dimming mirror on my 2000 Impala about 6 months ago, and still have the old one lying around (actually it's in my desk drawer at work, but that's another story). I'll send myself an e-mail to remind me to take a look at it tomorrow and see if I can easily tear it apart or not.
Mine is the auto-dimming version without OnStar...don't know if that's the same as yours or not, but I'll let you know what I run into when I tear into it.
p.s. If you register your Impala at mygmlink.com I think you should be able to download a pdf of your owner's manual! 
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- #753 of 778
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Re: Changing the map light bulbs in the rear view mirror [nosirrahg]
by maijinsting
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Jul 20, 2006 (5:18 am)
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Replying to: nosirrahg (Jul 19, 2006 7:53 pm)
thanks a lot.
i have the same mirror, auto-dimming without OnStar. i tried to cut the seal, but after looking over the mirror for several minutes, i don't think there is a way inside of it.
i will register on that website for a manual. appreciate the info
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- #754 of 778
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Re: Changing the map light bulbs in the rear view mirror [maijinsting]
by nosirrahg
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Jul 20, 2006 (5:20 am)
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Replying to: maijinsting (Jul 19, 2006 7:18 pm)
Okay, just pulled the mirror out and took a look at it (which admittedly is probably easier to do if you remove the mirror as opposed to having to do this hanging upside down)...basically on mine there's the clear lens area for each light, and each has a black plastic rim around that. If you look along the edge of that rim and the rest of the mirror, there's a notch where you can insert a small screwdriver or knife blade where there's a plastic latch that keeps the lens in place. Basically pop the lens off, and the bulb remains attached inside the base of the mirror, where you should simply be able to easily pull/replace the bulb (mine pulled right out without any problems). If you can get the lens out but are having problems getting the bulbs out for some reason, you could always put some type of red film/filter inside each lens and maybe get the effect you're looking for.
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- #755 of 778
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Re: Changing the map light bulbs in the rear view mirror [nosirrahg]
by quietpro
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Jul 20, 2006 (11:36 am)
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Replying to: nosirrahg (Jul 20, 2006 5:20 am)
There are a lot of LEDs out there these days too that will save battery power and save the mirror from getting hot after extended use.
As for that replacement, auto-dimming mirror...how much and was it new? I'm considering replacing my manual mirror for the auto-dimming one. My last car had it and I didn't think I'd miss it but I do. Thanks...
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- #756 of 778
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Re: Changing the map light bulbs in the rear view mirror [quietpro]
by nosirrahg
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Jul 20, 2006 (1:03 pm)
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Replying to: quietpro (Jul 20, 2006 11:36 am)
I bought a new replacment from the dealer...my original one gradually quit dimming properly, and I suffered with it for a couple of years before finally getting tired of it (and like you, realizing how nice it is to have when it does work). As I recall it was  $180, which is admittedly a lot of money, but since I plan to keep the car for another couple of years I figured it was worth it.
Easy enough to replace, just disconnect it from the windshield and unplug the wires...if I'd realized that I'd have probably done it much sooner.
You might also consider going to a "you-pull-it" type parts place and see if you can find a used one...might not last as long as a brand-new one, but would certainly be cheaper.
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- #757 of 778
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Re: Changing the map light bulbs in the rear view mirror [nosirrahg]
by quietpro
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Jul 20, 2006 (2:05 pm)
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Replying to: nosirrahg (Jul 20, 2006 1:03 pm)
A used parts store was what I had in mind. Thanks for the info.  I figured it would be a lot of money. A factory replacement of the plain plastic passenger-side side-view mirror insert (just the mirror) was $45 new. Gotta love the fairness in that.
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- #758 of 778
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Re: Changing the map light bulbs in the rear view mirror [quietpro]
by nosirrahg
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Jul 20, 2006 (4:51 pm)
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Replying to: quietpro (Jul 20, 2006 2:05 pm)
My experience with electronic parts at used parts places has never been good, and I invariably end up wasting time and money going that route versus just buying the part new to being with. My previous car ('89 Celica) developed a problem with the HVAC controls, which were electronic. The AC worked, but the heat didn't...I went without heat for a year which was miserable, then I bought a used unit and put it in, which also didn't work. I finally broke down and spent the $400 for a new unit, and it worked great...I'm have been much better off spending that money two years earlier versus suffering through two years with no heat (not counting the money I wasted on the used unit).
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