Question About Inner Door Panels

[miamibob]

Eventually, I wish to replace the original '95 GM inner door panels (front driver's and passenger) with ones I got from EBAY that came from a late '90's or 2000 GM. I took a quick peek at the lens where the door panel light goes and there is no opening, in the rear of the panel to put the socket/bulb through. There is also no provision to remove the lens (that I can see, anyway). I can always drill a hole to put them through but are these features just there for "good looks"? Maybe the door panel lights were an option and not every panel accommodates them?

[lincolnlarry]

I think they are just reflectors. They will warn cars going around you that the door is open. I don't think my 2004 LTC were powered either.

[sly]

whales went reflectors. Aeros were the last with lights I think.

[miamibob]

Thanks guys! It certainly appear you are both correct. I could "red-neck" the sockets in but then if a bulb fails I'd have to remove the entire panel to replace it. NOT worth the effort! Probably simply eliminate the issue, if and when I can get to it.

[sly]

gotta remove the entire panel to replace the bulb on the Aeros too... hence why they're LED on mine now.