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Old May 29, 2003 | 01:53 AM
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Car: 1992 Firebird
Engine: 305 TBI (LO3)
Transmission: TH-700R4 w/Shift kit
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my dash lights wont turn on but if i hit a bump they turn on or if i hit the dash were would i look to find the wire that is lose. thanks
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Old Jun 2, 2003 | 12:03 AM
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Car: 1992 Firebird
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ok i guess no one knows
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Old Jun 2, 2003 | 03:38 PM
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Car: 83 Z-28 (Original owner)
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Transmission: Richmond 6-speed, Rear:3.73
Does your car have a dimmer for the dash lights (when you rotate the headlight ****)?
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Old Jun 4, 2003 | 08:04 PM
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Your car also has an instrument lamp control module (unlike the Camaros). It is buried up under the dash forward of the radio pod.
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Old Jun 8, 2003 | 09:11 PM
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it is probab ly the dial dimmer switch thats loose inside or burning up the resistance coil
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