Dash lights and radio/AC lights go off when my headlights are on

2008 LEXUS IS 250
78,000 MILES • 2.5L • V6 • AUTOMATIC
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MAJORAS_FIEND
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It started a day ago. all of the lights of my dashboard and my radio go off when my headlights are on, but come back when the headlights are off. whats wrong?
Jul 6, 2014 at 3:36 PM
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WRENCHTECH
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Check your dash dimmer control and see if it is turned all the way down.
Jul 7, 2014 at 2:44 AM
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MAJORAS_FIEND
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Okay, where exactly is the dash dimmer?
Jul 7, 2014 at 2:57 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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They are usually right near the headlamp switch if that is on the dash. If the headlamp switch is on the column, the dash light control will be on the dash.
Jul 7, 2014 at 3:11 AM
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MAJORAS_FIEND
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That did the trick! Thanks!
Jul 8, 2014 at 2:42 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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You're welcome
Jul 8, 2014 at 3:10 AM