The indicator should sit inside the cutout for it on the shifter,then the top plate when clipped down should hold it in place.The bulb/socket fits in the hole underneath the indicator. Sounds like you just have the indicator plate and no housing.Need pics, feel free to e-mail me at Mardave68@aol.com
David
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