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Old 01-26-2019, 03:23 PM
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Dashlights don't come on or are very weak. Have checked fuses. Headlights will also be week then suddenly just brighten up. any suggestions?
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Dashlights don't come on or are very weak. Have checked fuses. Headlights will also be week then suddenly just brighten up. any suggestions?
Sounds like a ground issue. Clean every ground you can find. Engine, frame and body.

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How do the dash lights compare to the radio and hvac control head illumination, when the dimmer is moved?

As for the headlights, it'* normal for then to dim somewhat at idle, and then brighten as you rev the engine up to go.....

But as suggested, I would check all ground connections, and also battery connections(for corrosion).....

Also check battery(how old?), and charging system, under a load with the engine warm.....
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Had battery checked and it was bad. Replaced it and dashlights now work as they should. Thanks for the reply!
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Thanx for replying with fix....
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