I could not find info in archives.
'79 300D How to get to gear
selector light bulb ?
A step by step would be appreciated
to avoid breaking wood etc.
Thank you.

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1979 300D
133K miles
1989 300SE
1995 C280

Is this the floor shift?

If so, simply remove the rubber trim ring surrounding the shift housing. There is a screw in the front of the shift-housing cover... located above the shifter.
Remove the screw, lift the front slightly, and slide back to dislodge from clip in rear.... be careful not to force. If you can see the retaining clip, it can be opened with a long screwdriver or needle nose pliers.
Once the cover is off, the bulb is located on the center-left of the shift housing... below the N usually. Pop out the bulb holder and replace the bulb with another 2W bulb.

Good Luck

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William
76 240D (W115) - 555K miles
78 300D (W123) - 200K+ miles -- SOLD

Thanks William, yes it's the automatic transmission gear selector light bulb.
I'll see how it goes.


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1979 300D
133K miles
1989 300SE
1995 C280