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How much does a License Plate Light Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Pontiac Tempest License Plate Light Replacement is $106 with $11 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

Car	Service	Estimate	Shop/Dealer Price
1989 Pontiac TempestL4-2.0L	Service typeLicense Plate Light Replacement	Estimate$136.75	Shop/Dealer Price$152.19 - $176.01
1989 Pontiac TempestV6-2.8L	Service typeLicense Plate Light Replacement	Estimate$116.75	Shop/Dealer Price$132.21 - $156.04
1988 Pontiac TempestV6-2.8L	Service typeLicense Plate Light Replacement	Estimate$116.75	Shop/Dealer Price$132.21 - $156.04
1964 Pontiac TempestL6-3.5L	Service typeLicense Plate Light Replacement	Estimate$116.75	Shop/Dealer Price$132.19 - $156.00
1965 Pontiac TempestL6-3.8L	Service typeLicense Plate Light Replacement	Estimate$116.75	Shop/Dealer Price$132.22 - $156.07
1991 Pontiac TempestL4-2.2L	Service typeLicense Plate Light Replacement	Estimate$116.75	Shop/Dealer Price$132.21 - $156.04
1965 Pontiac TempestV8-5.3L	Service typeLicense Plate Light Replacement	Estimate$121.75	Shop/Dealer Price$137.07 - $160.80
1964 Pontiac TempestV8-5.3L	Service typeLicense Plate Light Replacement	Estimate$121.75	Shop/Dealer Price$137.44 - $161.46

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What is the License Plate Light all about?

These are the light bulbs that illuminate your car’s front and rear license plates. Some cars have one per plate; others have two.

Traditionally, they have been incandescent; i.e., lit by heating the filament. These bulbs are inexpensive and provide good clean light. However, they die quickly and are highly inefficient, losing up to 90 percent of their power as heat.

Some studies suggest that LEDs, or light emitting diodes, provide drivers with safer night time illumination. An LED is a form of transistor that emits light when current is applied. LEDs are very insensitive to vibrations, have a long life, light up much quicker than incandescent bulbs, are extremely compact, run cool, and provide more light per supplied watt than incandescent light bulbs. Plus, they are high efficient. However, LEDs are more expensive.

Keep in mind:

Bulbs must be white -- other colors are not legal.
Bulbs must illuminate the plate so that it can be read from 50 feet away.
Bulbs must be wired to come on when the headlights or parking lights are on.

How it's done:

The license plate light cover is removed
The license plate light bulb is removed from the socket and checked for replacement
The new bulb is installed into the socket
The light cover is reinstalled
The license light is checked for proper operation

Our recommendation:

According to the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute, LEDs use less than half the wattage compared to their incandescent counterparts.
It's hard to notice if your license plate lights are burnt out until a police officer pulls you over and gives you a summons to fix it, so periodically check them yourself after sundown.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the License Plate Light?

License plate light bulb does not illuminate

How important is this service?

License plate lights are essential. Most states have a law requiring that every vehicle must be equipped with a rear lighting system, including rear lamps, rear reflectors, stop lamps, and license plate lights.

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by Harald

Pontiac Tempest V8-5.3L - Pre-purchase Car Inspection - Laguna Niguel, California

Chris did a great job inspecting the vehicle, I live in GA and wanted to purchase a car in CA so I needed an unbiased third party to look at it for me. My primary concern was that the car was represented accurately in the online ad (there are a lot of scams online now), which he did, we had a great conversation after the inspection which did a lot to comfort my concerns. This was a "project" car and needed to be evaluated accordingly, it was something that I had planned on doing a restoration on so I knew it needed some work. My only critique is that when the car was delivered there was a little more rust than I had expected, I wish that he had pointed that out, I accept some of the responsibility for not asking enough questions during our conversation. Overall I am extremely happy with the inspection service and would highly recommend Chris .

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by John

Pontiac Tempest L6-3.8L - Brakes, Steering and Suspension Inspection - Los Altos, California

On time. A true gentleman. Skilled with cars that date over many years. He knows older cars including many classics. Younger mechanics probably would know know a thing about a 4BBL Carburetor. One can see that he has a true love of cars & the work he does. This is only one experience so I would hope to see him back when needed.

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by Robert

Pontiac Firebird V8-5.3L - License Plate Light - Newport News, Virginia

Thanks to Matts excellent electical work, my classic car passed state inspection.

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by Dezmond

Pontiac G5 L4-2.2L - Alternator - Denver, Colorado

Robert is an excellent, thorough, and efficient mechanic. His ability to problem solve is quick and precise and explains the processes of resolving car issues. Robert's demeanor is patient and courteous and allows time to hear explanations of car issues.

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