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Old 09-05-2011, 04:11 PM
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My dash lights randomley going out if i tap the center of the gauge cluster they come back on. Is this a common problem or do i need to go start folowing wires and checking grounds?
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Check whether the dimmer switch connector is fully seated.
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Default Re: 93 CX random dash light failure

plug was tight wiggled the wires as deep as i could and no problem.
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Unplug the dimmer switch and inspect the terminals. Any corrosion or damage?

How often does this happen?
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the plug was good wires were not broken or shorting out. once a week or so. i have had the cluster out once sence i bought the car to run new stereo wires but the problem was there before that.
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i have heard this is a common problem but no one knows how to fix it
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Default Re: 93 CX random dash light failure

In the unplugged dimmer switch connector, insert a jumper wire to short the red wire terminal to the black wire terminal. Drive around this week to see whether this prevents the problem.
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Default Re: 93 CX random dash light failure

like the switch itself is bad?
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Default Re: 93 CX random dash light failure

Originally Posted by Rusty22
like the switch itself is bad?
It's to test this possibility.
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Default Re: 93 CX random dash light failure

ok i got the jumper installed had some pins around so its a good secure fit. will drive around a week or so. it is nice to have the dimmer switch.
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