Dash Lights

Unable to see the dashboard info, such as direction or anything else. I've tried the light switch in every position possible. We have a carport and during the day time hours when pulling under the port I can see them very well. You can see them come on, but as soon as I pull out the lights go out. They are fine at night time....I had it to the Lincoln dealer and they said nothing could be done....What is the solution? is there a photo-cell that can be covered which seems to work when pulling under the carport...Thanks Gary