Stereo lights out - should I fix or replace

[jargarner]

I have a 2005 Bonneville GXP and my stereo tuner lights are down from three to one.
I hear that if I swap out the stereo for after market I risk loosing my HUD - is that true?
Also I can't buy a stock replacement off ebay to junk yard cause they need to be unlocked?
Also... How would I go about fixing the lights on the original stock radio?
Thanks

[crash93ssei]

You won't lose your HUD going aftermarket, but you will lose the door chime and steering wheel controls unless you use the right adapter.

You can buy a replacement, just have to take it to the dealer or someone with a Tech 2 scanner to set it up for you, not sure what the cost would be.

I say if you can solder then you can replace the bulbs, total cost there is less then $10 if you already have the soldering stuff.

[harofreak00]

From the Common Problems & Solutions article I wrote:

• Radio lights/Dash lights not working
  • Problem: You have one or more bulbs burnt out in your radio display, or other dash components.
    Solution: Replace the bulbs yourself: http://www.pontiacbonnevilleclub.com/fo ... =18&t=7188
    Pay someone to do it for you: http://www.pontiacbonnevilleclub.com/fo ... =18&t=7449
    Estimated Cost: $20-$50 depending on who does the labor.

If you do go aftermarket, you will lose the radio information in the HUD, but not the speedo.

[bobgto65]

Harofreak00 forget to mention he can fix your radio for a very reasonable price.

[harofreak00]

No, its in there, I just didn't wanna seem too proud.

[jargarner]

And ... So harofreak00 - how do we swing this deal?

[nos4blood70]

Ship him the radio along with some money via PayPal and he'll get it fixed right up.

[harofreak00]

Send me a PM or email me through my website: http://www.bonnevillesunlimited.com/contact/