I tried doing a search but could not pinpoint what I’ve got going on specifically. I’ve got a 1990 GT, all original, and recently when I attempt to turn my lights on, nothing inside is illuminating. Exterior is illuminating just fine with zero issues. Dome light works as it should. But I’m getting no instrument cluster lights, radio lights (factory radio that still functions as it should) and lighting for environmental controls. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Electrical Interior lighting issue
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There is a roller on the dash pod by your left knee. Roll it back and forth slowly tell us if they flicker.
Check to see if there’s power to the rheostat at the right time for your dash lights to be on. If there is, I’d replace that.
I believe there is a 5 amp fuse. I am poolside at the moment so can’t grab my wiring diagram to pull up the page.
Just to update on this thread, I pulled the dimmer switch out and upon inspection, noticed that some of those finely coiled springs on the wheel had broken, thus leaving me to believe that was my problem. I found an OEM replacement dimmer switch on eBay that was in good condition so I bought it for 30$. I just got it today and tested the new switch out, and now all my interior lights are coming on but only when the dimmer switch is selected to the dome light. Do you guys think it’s a bad switch or a wiring issue with the car? At least I’m making some progress…
Can you measure the output voltage on the blue/red stripe wire coming out of the dimmer? Should be progressive up to 12v as you spin the dimmer wheel
First, did the summer fix your dash lights? OEM used is not the same as NOS. The rheostats are a common failure point, and have been forever.
Second, The interior lights should come on in the on position And when door is opened. If your. dash. Lights work now, and TBE dine light comes on when switched, I think you can move on from the dimmer dash switch.
Second, The interior lights should come on in the on position And when door is opened. If your. dash. Lights work now, and TBE dine light comes on when switched, I think you can move on from the dimmer dash switch.
Mustang5L5, I did what you said and I think you may have helped me pin point it. Upon looking at the blue/red wire connection up on the light switch itself (not the dimmer switch side) it will not stay secured into connector for the light switch. So I’m thinking it’s the blue/red wire. Would you all agree? And if so, is it an easy job to swap that wire out? Thanks guys
If you can do butt splices it’s pretty easy. Here’s a new plug
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Mustang Headlight Switch Connector (87-93) - LMR.com
Replace your melted 1987-1993 Mustang headlight switch connector with this factory style replacement!
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The plastic shell often fails to hold the connector pins in place. If the connector shell isn't melted, a dab of high temp hot glue on the wire side of the plastic shell of the connector will hold the wire in place.
The small hot glue guns and high temp hot glue are available at Walmart or hobby/craft stores. for $10-$12
The small hot glue guns and high temp hot glue are available at Walmart or hobby/craft stores. for $10-$12
