Dash lights dim??

[scrimshaw1803]

I have a 2013 M37 (came from a G37).

One thing I noticed is that the dash lights (both the gauge cluster and the dash itself where the audio and nav controls are ) are fairly dim, noticeably dimmer than my G37 dash was.

On my G, I used to set the dimmer to one click under max. I currently have my M dimmer set one click beneath max as well. On max, the gauge cluster is way too bright for nighttime use so I figured one click below would again be perfect. Unfortunately, one click below max dims the gauges significantly so they are too dim. There is no good in-between like the G37 had. I'm not saying something is obviously wrong as the gauges are easily readable at night but they feel dim, not the crisp white lettering my G had at night.

I did have a new battery installed last year. Not for this but because the battery went dead. The dim lights were noticeable before and after the battery was changed so it is not the battery.

Just wondering if anyone else found the dash lights dim in this car unless they cranked to max, where the gauges become blinding. Perhaps it's just the way this model is. Maybe have to visit the dealer at night and compare with a Q70 on the lot to set my mind at ease. Figure the Q70 would have the same internals as the M37 since the interior is identical

[Debonair]

Interesting. I am not sure if mine behaves the same or not. I will have to check.

[Debonair]

My gauge lights definitely work as you describe yours. Brightest is very bright, then the next level down is a big step down. This makes sense though since overly bright foreground light makes your pupils constrict which cuts down on your distance vision.

The brightest selection is probably so you can still see your gauges when driving with your headlights on during the day. One of my old cars called this Parade Mode. The next level down would be the brightest you want to have them for night driving.

[scrimshaw1803]

Thanks for checking into this. I did not want to have to go the dealer with such a subjective issue that can only be noted in the dark. I figured my lights were working properly but am glad to have confirmation.