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Removing/Replacing Rheostat (Dimming Switch)

Discussion in 'Technical Chat' started by 05toyotaco, Sep 6, 2009.

  1. Sep 6, 2009 at 8:45 PM
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    05toyotaco

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    can someone tell me how to remove the Dimming switch (Rheostat) from my 2005 Tacoma, I believed it's burnt when i hooked up my after market stereo. Help!
     
    05toyotaco, Sep 6, 2009
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  2. Sep 6, 2009 at 9:13 PM
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    johnecon2001

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    Doubtful its the dimmer. Have you checked your fuses yet?
     
    johnecon2001, Sep 6, 2009
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    yup, i have twice, all lights working except the gage panel lights,
     
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