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1996 B2500: van..headlights work but the dash lights and taillights do

 

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I have a 1996 B2500 van. The following problem just occured in the last few days. With the
headlight switch fully in the on position the headlights work but the dash lights and taillights do not. If I pull the switch out about half way the dash & taillights work but the headlights don't. In either case the brake lights and turn signals operate.
I assumed the switch was bad so I replaced it but still have the problem. Any suggestions you have would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks
George

 

Country: United States
Make: Dodge
Model: B2500
Year: 1996
Engine: 5.2

Already Tried:
replaced headlamp switch and multi function switch on steering column

Submitted: 360 days and 20 hours ago.
Category: Dodge
Value: $22
Status: CLOSED
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Expert:  Dodge expert replied360 days and 20 hours ago.

Welcome to just answer.com. I'm here to help you and your 100% satisfaction is my goal. From your description it sounds like you've either lost of power feed to the headlight switch or you're losing the power going to the taillights when you turn the headlight switch on all the way, you may have a defective headlight switch what terminals at the switch have power all the time and what terminals at the switch have power when the switch is pulled all the way out?

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Expert:  Dodge expert replied356 days and 19 hours ago.

I really hope that I have succeeded in fulfilling your expectations. If there's any reason at all that you need more help or a better explanation feel free to ask me. Remember I do not get paid until you accept, the even if you may to deposit. The most important thing to me is positive feedback, so please give me the opportunity to correct any problems or to make you completely satisfied. And please remember to leave positive feedback.

 
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