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Old May 26, 2005 | 05:30 PM
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The lights on the dash while driving would dim (not go out)...it is more apparent at night. The dimming is for a short time....less than five seconds. Is there a ground or short problem somewhere?
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Old May 26, 2005 | 05:32 PM
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Bad Ground, bad alternator or your battery is dieing would be my guess....good luck.
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Check the battery first.
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Old May 26, 2005 | 05:40 PM
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Originally Posted by JLA
Check the battery first.
And by check it, look under it. If it's leaking, you may not see it from the top.

EDIT:::: If you wanna check the grounds ...hope this helps.


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Old May 26, 2005 | 06:04 PM
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Originally Posted by MyVetteDream
And by check it, look under it. If it's leaking, you may not see it from the top.

EDIT:::: If you wanna check the grounds ...hope this helps.


Thank you very much. That is the most detailed help yet....
I will check the battery first though.
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Old May 26, 2005 | 06:22 PM
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Happened to mine right after I bought it. The positive battery cable was loose. Hope your problem is that simple
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