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Panel Dimmer Shorted

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SYMPTOM
PANEL DIMMER SHORTED

WHEN MONITORED
When the Instrument Cluster detects voltage at the Headlamp Switch Output circuit.

SET CONDITION
The Instrument Cluster detects Panel Dimmer resistance is less than 20 ohms for 5 seconds.

POSSIBLE CAUSES
- Intermittent condition
- Panel lamps dimmer signal circuit short to ground
- Multi-function switch
- Instrument cluster