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On a 2002 Chevy Prizm how do you change light in the dashboard behind odometer?

To change the light in the dashboard behind the odometer of a 2002 Chevy Prizm, follow these steps:

1. Gather the necessary tools.

* Phillips head screwdriver

* A bulb of the correct type (194 type)

* A pair of tweezers or pliers

* A flashlight

2. Remove the Instrument Panel.

* Turn the key to the "off" position.

* Remove the two Phillips head screws that hold the instrument panel in place. They are located at the top and bottom of the panel.

* Pull the instrument panel out and rest it on the steering wheel.

3. Remove the Odometer Bulb.

* Locate the odometer bulb. It is a small, round bulb that is located behind the odometer.

* Use the tweezers or pliers to remove the bulb.

* Be careful not to drop the bulb.

4. Install the New Bulb.

* Insert the new bulb into the socket.

* Be sure to push the bulb all the way in.

5. Reinstall the Instrument Panel.

* Place the instrument panel back into position and secure it with the two screws you removed earlier.

* Turn the key to the "on" position to test the new bulb.

6. Test the Light.

* Turn the key in the ignition to the "ON" position.

* The odometer light should now be working.