instrument cluster

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masterbbqman
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Joined: Thu Oct 01, 2020 4:31 pm
Car: 1987 Nissan 300ZX N/A

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okay, so i had no dash lights in my 87 n/a coupe. warning lights all work, just not the lights that actually illuminate the gauges so I can see them at night. pulled the instrument cluster and replaced all the bulbs, still nothing. whats my next move?


masterbbqman
Posts: 13
Joined: Thu Oct 01, 2020 4:31 pm
Car: 1987 Nissan 300ZX N/A

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update.... bought a new instrument cluster,plugged it in, till no lights. checked the fog lights, not coming on either. checked the dimmer switch connector for power, nothing there. is there a relay that powers all of this?

bombast
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Joined: Mon Oct 19, 2020 10:03 am
Car: 1985 Nissan 300zx 2+2
2005 Chevy Impala

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It sounds like you have the analog dash? I know the Digital Dash lights have an issue because the dash power supplies cable pins needs to be re-soldered on periodically. That worked for me..

masterbbqman
Posts: 13
Joined: Thu Oct 01, 2020 4:31 pm
Car: 1987 Nissan 300ZX N/A

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ye analog. trying to find a solution short of a new wiring harness

BadQ45t
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84 300ZX (Original Owner)
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Location: Half Moon Bay, CA

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I had the same issue with my digital dash. Turned out to be the headlight switch, if you haven't replaced that then this is probably your problem. Find a new stalk, these seem to be pretty available as about a year ago my mechanic in LA was able to get one quickly.


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