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Old Apr 23, 2015 | 09:19 AM
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Dashboard lights will not work!

Hello everyone,
I have looked all over the Internet, but I can't find out how to change the lights behind the dashboard.
I have checked all the fuses. I have no clue have to check the dimmer switch. Though, the over head light does come on when I turn on the switch. All the lights for the check engine and such light up. The dash will not light up during the night. Someone told me that there should be a youtube video or a how to steps. I am very new to fixing my new to me truck. Thanks for all your help. I have checked the how to steps on this forum and a few others.
Thanks for your help, Kristen
 
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Old Apr 23, 2015 | 11:09 AM
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Do you have outside running lights? Not head lights just your parking lights.
 
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Old Apr 23, 2015 | 06:16 PM
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Yes they are working. I am not sure if it is the dimmer or the light bulbs themselves? Thanks for your response.
Thanks, Kristen
 
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Old Apr 23, 2015 | 10:46 PM
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All the bulbs in the cluster won't just burn out at the same time, there is something going on. You said you checked all the fuses under dash and engine compartment. How about the radio (only if stock) and heater controls out too?
 
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Old Apr 24, 2015 | 08:38 AM
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Well, this is how new I am at this... I had no clue there was a fuse box in the engine.. will check that out today after the river trip. Though the aftermarket radio and the factory heat does work. Thanks, Scott
 
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