New Stereo/Dash Lights Out

[Varnell]

Alright, so I did all but the harness on my new stereo. I didn't want to risk any electrical problems. Well, I took it to an install place and now my speedo/rpm/fuel/temp lights are out. I still have all the other lights (seat belt, srs, etc)

I had this happen once before when my tail lights went out. My tail lights are working fine this time, so I'm guessing its not a fuse. Could my bulbs finally have given out coincidentally at the same time as the install?

 

[Valet]

No.


They blew a fuse. Or did something incorrectly. Shame on the "professional" shop for not noticing that.

 

[Varnell]

No.


They blew a fuse. Or did something incorrectly. Shame on the "professional" shop for not noticing that.

I called them about it and they said the bulbs probably just gave out. Shame, too, since that was the easiest install he probably ever did.

 

[Valet]

I wouldn't believe him if I were you.

But as long as they fix their mistake.

 

[Simkid5614]

did they use the Orange wire?

 

[Varnell]

You mean the dimmer wire? I have no idea. I'll pull it out when I get off work.

 

[ryan s]

don't use the solid orange wire. But don't touch it yourself...have them fix it.

 

[Valet]

They probably did try to utilize it.

At work we never hook those up. Cause nothing but trouble that has to be fixed later

 

[GoldMember]

If you would like to fix it yourself. Check the instrument/interior light fuse on the passenger dash side. Easy fix.

I did this not too long ago. Hooked up the orange wire like an idiot.

 

[Simkid5614]

I meant my question to be used as a upinflated tone like a mother asking. Did they use the orange wire?

Some guides say RED for illum.
RED/Black for dimming

And others say Orange for Full Illum.

Just goes to show how much conflicting info there is.