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Panel Dimmer Switch - Inoperative

File in Section: 8 - Chassis/Body Electrical

Bulletin No.: 53-83-13

Date: September, 1995

Subject:
Interior Lamps Controlled by Panel Dimmer Switch do not Operate (Replace Instrument Panel Cluster)

Models:
1994-95 Chevrolet Beretta, Corsica

Condition

Some owners may comment that the interior lamps controlled by the panel dimmer switch do not operate.

Cause

On some base level instrument panel clusters, the receptacle terminal for the ground pin of the temperature gauge is turned 90 out of position. The terminal's tab may be too close to the 8 CKT (dimming circuit) causing a short circuit.

Correction

Replace instrument panel cluster. Refer to Section 8C in the Service Manual for procedure.

Parts Information





Parts are available through the AC Delco Service Center.

Warranty Information

For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

Labor Operation Labor Time
N4180 Use published labor operation time.