The back running lights and dashboard lights are not working?

2004 CHEVROLET CAVALIER
198,000 MILES • 2.1L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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BABYMARY
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Back running lights and dashboard lights aren't working?
Aug 24, 2024 at 2:30 AM
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The first thing we need to do is check the EXT LP fuse 20 amp in the fuse panel inside the car, this guide can help you and I have included the fuse location in the images below.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-a-car-fuse

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Aug 24, 2024 at 11:28 AM
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BABYMARY
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Still have not found the problem to my running back lights and dashboard lights not working blinkers work brake light work front head lamps work but just no back lights or dashboard lights cheeked fuses but can't really pinpoint the exact location on the diagram of fuses for backlights or dashboard. please help.
Aug 25, 2024 at 10:18 AM (Merged)
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Did you check the fuse I listed above?
Aug 25, 2024 at 10:19 AM
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BABYMARY
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Yes.
Aug 25, 2024 at 10:20 AM
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STRAILER
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Okay, if you checked the fuse for power and the fuse is okay turn the headlights on and check the brown wire at any running light socket, if there is none then chances are the multi-function switch is bad.

Here is a guide to help with the running light wiring diagrams so you can see how the system works:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-test-light-circuit-tester

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Aug 25, 2024 at 6:47 PM
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BABYMARY
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Thank you so much. problem solved once you pointed out the correct fuse. thank you so much.
Aug 26, 2024 at 7:57 AM
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Glad you could get it fixed, thanks for letting us know. Please use 2CarPros anytime we are here to help.
Aug 26, 2024 at 7:57 AM