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Old Sep 14, 2006 | 07:25 PM
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Default 1995 SE with Twilight Sentinel

Hi:

All of the lights (dash, tail, side markers and headlights) work with the twilight sentinel on, when it is dark or dusk.

However, if it'* daytime with clouds or with rain, and not dark enough for the sensor to work and I engage the headlights with manual operation, I have no tail, sidemarker or dash lights....only headlights.

Any idea as to why? I've read there was a recall on this in 1995, and wonder if that is part of the problem.

Thanks in advance for your input.
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Old Sep 14, 2006 | 07:31 PM
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The '95 headlight switch has been known to be a problem. Some have even melted. I suspect that the switch itself or a connection is bad, but lets hear some other opinions before replacing.
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Old Sep 14, 2006 | 07:47 PM
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I'm here!

Ok, sit back..take a couple deep breaths before you click on the link below. I found this when I noticed pulling my headlight switch on didn't turn on the turn signal parking lights.

http://www.bonnevilleclub.com/forum/...witch+meltdown

If you go to the parts store to replace the switch you will find that the twilight sentinel ring does not fit. This is because 95 was it'* own switch. In 96 they used very much the same design, except the twilight ring. Switch is usually priced around $25, but try and get the ring.

Future link to insert here.

If you need, I have two 96+ headlight switches in my parts cases. When I get these at the junkyard, I take 6 to 8 inches of wiring with it to replace the connector.

LMK if you need one asap.
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