To put it short, we left the lights on for a while. We used jumper cables to crank it back up but didn't leave it on long enough. We come back out, it makes a skipping noise when we try to jump it again. Tried jumping from a diff car and no result at all, not even the skipping sound. When I tried to turn the key, the odometer read "FUSE". Couldn't find my manual that details which fuse is which, any solutions?
Sounds like corroded battery terminals/cables. The battery should have held a charge after jump starting. When a car won't even jump start, it's a sign of a dead battery or corrosion on the posts or cables. Throroughly clean the posts and cables and try to jump start again. The error code should clear itself since the battery would be disconnected. If you are not able to jump start the car, post back and we'll diagnose further. My guess is cleaning the posts and cables will get you running again. Best of luck!
Greg
The problem you are experiencing has to do with the dome light, faulty door pin, and/or delay turn off module.
The dome light comes on when a connection is made to ground. Typically, this happens when you open a door - power is always going to the light (as long as the fuse is in), but the light will only come on when grounded, which is where the door switch comes in (completes the circuit).
You have a short to ground somewhere in all that wiring, which includes all door switches, the delay timer, and the illumination/dimmer switch.
In most instances you have to replace the timing module that controls the dome lights.
Your "leaving the lights on for a while" may be a failed door pin switch, and not your fault at all.
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