few probs.. mileage display, remote locking

Talk about the 406's electrical system, what wires do what, how to add extra functionality, etc.

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few probs.. mileage display, remote locking

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well just a few bits im looking for advice on. firstly the digital display isint lighting up for the mileage.. so is there a fix to this or does it require a new set of clocks?
also my remote key isint working. going to try changing the battery first but how the hell do i get they key open :oops:

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You probably need to change the bulbs - I can't remember which but it's been discussed many times before so have a search.

I think a penny should do it, there's a slot in the back of the key, shove it in and give it a twist.
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Oh yes, note which way round the batteries are before you pull them out :oops:
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cheers for that. ill have a search through and see what i can find on the digital display. glad its as simple as a bualb as was worried about needing to change the clocks
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