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Old 12-13-2007, 03:11 AM
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Dash Wiring Help

I have been having problems with my dash light fuse blowing out. It blew two fuses and I replaced them no problem. They went out again and now none of the fuses are blown. It this a common problem or what else could I check? I really like to see my gauges when I am driving at night. Thanks.
Old 12-13-2007, 08:41 PM
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I have heard of a short or burnt wire in the headlight switch harness causing lighting gremlins. The headlight switch is also a dimmer switch for the dash lights.
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while you are searching for the issue put in a proper size trip breaker so at least they will come back on.
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Sounds like you need a new headlight switch.

It's also a good idea to put the HL's on relays so it doesn't get fried again.

I believe there's a sticky on that.
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