Sunfire L4-138 2.3L DOHC VIN D MFI (1995)
Dome Lamp: All Technical Service Bulletins
Interior Dome Light - Stays On All The Time
File In Section: 8 - Chassis/Body Electrical
Bulletin No.: 63-81-39
Date: January, 1997
Subject:
Interior Dome Light Stays On All The Time
(Reroute Wire Harness)
Models:
1995-97 Chevrolet Cavalier
1995-97 Pontiac Sunfire
Condition
Some owners may comment on the interior dome light staying on all the time.
Cause
The front door jamb switch may be corroded due to the wire harness being incorrectly routed, causing a short in the circuit.
Correction
1.
Disconnect the front left hand door jamb switch (two way red connector, located inside the passenger compartment above the kick panel). If the
interior light goes off after closing all doors and turning the ignition on, replace the door jamb switch.
2.
After replacing the door jamb switch, seat it properly in the A pillar, then carefully pull the pigtail (with the red connector) inside the passenger
compartment and tuck in a dry area. Do not leave the red connector Inside the A pillar area.
3.
Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for front right hand door jamb switch, if the interior light is still on.
Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:
Labor Operation
Labor Time
N2174 (RH)
0.2 hr
N2175 (LH)
