Leds in dash clocks

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christhemann
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Leds in dash clocks

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Anyone has this problem?

The green led for the indicators in the dash clocks has ceased to work. This has happened
several times before, and I replaced it from a spare set of clocks about 6 months ago.
It worked until recently. Is there anything that could make this keep blowing?
The other leds are fine. Only thing I've noticed is that because the cars got a Alarm / Immobiliser when you arm the
alarm the indicators flash, not sure if this could cause it.
If I replace the led again, what type should I use? As far as I can tell they are all 5mm leds 3v apart from the high beam
which is a bulb with a blue cap.

Thanks in advance.


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Odd, my main beam LED has bitten the dust too. Got a brand new one from VW, was only a couple of quid. Best to get one from there dude.

By the way, was out near you this afternoon!

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Cheers for that mate.
You were in my area then eh? :good:

Will prob get one from the dealers, would be good to find the spec of the LEDS, that way could
order some from RS Components or Maplin.


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Yes dude, popped over to Stratford today, went past Inkberrow, Alcester, Arrow ect. Lovely part of the world :chill:

Let me know how you get on replacing your LED, plucking up the courage/motivation to do mine still

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FAQ just published on how to do this.


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