no backlights in instrument cluster

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no backlights in instrument cluster

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have removed the instrument cluster to fit a temp gauge now reassembled i have no backlights in the cluster, i have 12v at the dimmer but no backlights, all the other indicator/warning lamps are working, i have 12v at pin 5 on the 8 way connector with ignition on, is this the power source for the backlights, any ideas? was all working prev.
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Re: no backlights in instrument cluster

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Could be the dimmer that's faulty!
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above prob now solved, on the back of the cluster there are 3 small 5mm head self tappers holding and joining the parts of the printed circuits together, after clearing the worktop i found the escapee screw, put it in job done 2 frustrating hours later.
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