Dome Lamp Inoperative, Dome Lamp Intermittent, or Dome Lamp Bulb Flickers When Turned On
| Subject: | Dome Lamp Inoperative, Dome Lamp Intermittent, or Dome Lamp bulb Flickers When Turned on -- Replace the Dome Lamp |
| Models: | 1998 Saturns vehicles built after and including VIN WZ150315. For 1999 Saturn vehicles, use the following table. |
Model | Vehicles Built Before VIN | Dome Lamp P/N | Color |
|---|---|---|---|
SL | XZ198450 | 21303732 | Gray |
SC | XZ189269 | 21303732 | Gray |
SW | XZ199284 | 21303732 | Gray |
SL | XZ199553 | 21303731 | Biscuit |
SC | XZ200541 | 21303731 | Biscuit |
SW | XZ199351 | 21303731 | Biscuit |
Condition:
Some customers may comment that their dome lamp is either inoperative, working intermittently, or flickers when turned ON.
Cause:
The dome lamp assemblies used in these vehicles may have insufficient bulb retention at the terminals, causing the dome lamp bulb to come loose.
Correction:
Replace the dome lamp assembly with a new assembly using revised bulb terminals. Refer to the Dome Lamp removal and installation procedure in the vehicle Interior Systems section of the 1998-1999 Body/Repair Service Manual.
Parts Requirements:
Part Number | Description |
|---|---|
21303731 | Lamp Asm -- DM Lt. Biscuit |
21303732 | Lamp Asm -- DM Lt. Warm Gray |
Claim Information:
To receive credit for this repair during the warranty coverage period, submit a claim through the Saturn Dealer System using the appropriate Electronic Labor Time Guide and Labor Operation Code N1456 -- Replace Dome Lamp Assembly.
