I have a 2004 sebring that i bought new. the instrument cluster lights dont work, i checked interior fuses number 7 and 11 that relate to the instrument cluster illumination. they seem to be fine.

free diagrams here http://www.bbbind.com/free-tsb Enter vehicle info. year , make , model an engine . Under system click on lighting , then under subsystem click on interior lighting . Click the sear search button then the blue link. I see one fuse in the CJB F24 - 15 amp . Also i see battery saver relay . The instrument cluster energizes the battery saver relay .

Principles of Operation
Vehicles equipped with remote keyless entry (RKE) have an illuminated entry feature, which enables the instrument cluster to illuminate the interior lamps (and if equipped, the puddle lamps in the exterior mirrors) when an unlock signal is received from the vehicle security module through the UBP network, or when any of the doors are opened. The instrument cluster controls the interior lamps illuminated entry feature by activating the battery saver relay. When active, the illuminated entry feature will be canceled when any of the following conditions are met:

• 25 seconds have elapsed since the illuminated entry feature was activated and the interior lamp control is not activated (door ajar or dimmer control switch ON).
• On vehicles equipped with RKE, the instrument cluster received a request from the vehicle security module (remote transmitter lock button pressed) and the interior lamp control is not activated.
• The ignition is in the RUN or START position and the interior lamp control is not activated.

For vehicles equipped with RKE, the instrument cluster illuminates the interior lamps when any door is open. The interior lamps shut off when the doors are closed and the illuminated entry feature is not active or when the vehicle speed is greater than 15 km/h (6 mph). The interior lamps are not reactivated until the vehicle speed is less than 15 km/h (6 mph) and a new door open signal is received.
For vehicles without RKE, the instrument cluster illuminates the interior lamps and puddle lamps (if equipped) when any door is open. The instrument cluster will turn the interior lamps and puddle lamps (if equipped) OFF when the doors are closed.
Power to the on-demand lamps, illuminated vanity mirrors and map lamps are controlled by the battery saver relay.

Inspection and Verification

1. Verify the customer concern.

1. Visually inspect the following for obvious signs of electrical damage:

Visual Inspection Chart Electrical

• Bulbs
• Central junction box (CJB) fuse 24 (15A)
• Circuitry
• Vehicle security module (if equipped with RKE)
• Instrument cluster
• Door ajar switches

1. If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next step.

1. If the cause is not visually evident, connect the diagnostic tool to the data link connector (DLC) and select the vehicle to be tested from the diagnostic tool menu. If the diagnostic tool does not communicate with the vehicle:
   • check that the program card is correctly installed.
   • check the connections to the vehicle.
   • check the ignition switch position.

1. If the diagnostic tool still does not communicate with the vehicle, refer to the diagnostic tool operating manual.

1. Carry out the diagnostic tool data link test. If the diagnostic tool responds with:
   • CAN, ISO or UBP circuits fault; all electronic control units no response/not equipped, refer to Section 418-00 .
   • No response/not equipped for instrument cluster, refer to Section 413-01 .
   • No response/not equipped for vehicle security module, refer to Section 419-10 .
   • System passed, retrieve and record the continuous diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), erase the continuous DTCs, and carry out the self-test diagnostics for the instrument cluster.
   • System passed, retrieve and record the continuous diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), erase the continuous DTCs, and carry out the self-test diagnostics for the vehicle security module.

1. If the DTCs retrieved are related to the concern, go to the Instrument Cluster Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Index or the Vehicle Security Module Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Index.

1. If no DTCs related to the concern are retrieved, GO to Symptom Chart .

dash lights it doesn't seem to be as bright as it used to ???? Dimmer switch on full bright ? Visual Inspection Chart Electrical

• Bulbs
• Central junction box (CJB) fuse 24 (15A)
• Circuitry
• Vehicle security module (if equipped with RKE)
• Instrument cluster
• Door ajar switches

Interior Lighting The interior lamp system is separated into 2 subsystems: the interior lamp subsystem and the on-demand lamp subsystem. The dome light and front map light on-demand lamps are also part of the interior lamp subsystem.
An on-demand interior lamp will only illuminate when its specific switch is activated. On-demand lamps consist of the front map light and the dome light.
The instrument cluster illuminates the interior lamps when any door is ajar, when an unlock signal is received by the vehicle security module (if equipped with remote keyless entry (RKE) or the dimmer switch is rotated to the ON position. The instrument cluster will turn off the interior lamps when all doors are closed, the vehicle security module (if equipped with RKE) receives a lock signal, 25 seconds have elapsed since the illuminated entry feature was activated, or the dimmer switch is rotated to the OFF position.
The vehicle is also equipped with a battery saver feature. The battery saver feature provides automatic shutoff of the demand lamps, courtesy lamps, and the warning chimes after a specific period of time has elapsed in order to save battery power.

1. If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next step.

1. If the cause is not visually evident, connect the diagnostic tool to the data link connector (DLC) and select the vehicle to be tested from the diagnostic tool menu. If the diagnostic tool does not communicate with the vehicle:
   • check that the program card is correctly installed.
   • check the connections to the vehicle.
   • check the ignition switch position.

1. If the diagnostic tool still does not communicate with the vehicle, refer to the diagnostic tool operating manual.

1. Carry out the diagnostic tool data link test. If the diagnostic tool responds with:
   • CAN, ISO or UBP circuits fault; all electronic control units no response/not equipped, refer to Section 418-00 .
   • No response/not equipped for instrument cluster, refer to Section 413-01 .
   • No response/not equipped for vehicle security module, refer to Section 419-10 .
   • System passed, retrieve and record the continuous diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), erase the continuous DTCs, and carry out the self-test diagnostics for the instrument cluster.
   • System passed, retrieve and record the continuous diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), erase the continuous DTCs, and carry out the self-test diagnostics for the vehicle security module.

1. If the DTCs retrieved are related to the concern, go to the Instrument Cluster Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Index or the Vehicle Security Module Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Index.

1. If no DTCs related to the concern are retrieved, GO to Symptom Chart .
2. Symptom Chart Condition Possible Sources Action
   • The interior lamps are inoperative
   • Fuse
   • Circuitry
   • Instrument cluster
   • Dimmer control switch
   • Go To Pinpoint Test A .
   Pinpoint Test A: The Interior Lamps Are Inoperative
   Normal Operation On vehicles equipped with remote keyless entry (RKE), the door ajar switches are hardwired to the vehicle security module. The vehicle security module monitors the status of all door ajar switches, and when a door is opened, transmits a dome lamp ON signal to the instrument cluster through UART based protocol (UBP) circuit 1906 (PK), indicating a door has been opened. When the instrument cluster receives the dome lamp ON signal from the vehicle security module, the instrument cluster energizes the interior lamp circuits, which illuminates the interior lamps and, if equipped, the puddle lamps in the exterior mirrors.
   On vehicles without RKE, the door ajar switches are hardwired to the instrument cluster. When the driver or passenger door is opened, the instrument cluster receives a ground signal from the driver door ajar switch through circuit 344 (BK/YE), or from the passenger door ajar switch through circuit 345 (BK/PK), and the instrument cluster energizes the interior lamp circuits, causing the interior lamps to illuminate.
   The dimmer control switch can be used to turn the interior lamps ON or OFF when the doors are closed. The interior lamp defeat switch can be used to turn the interior lamps OFF when the doors are open.
   
   Possible Causes
   • Fuse
   • Circuit 53 (BK/LB) open or short to ground
   • Circuit 57 (BK) open
   • Circuit 402 (OG/LG) open
   • Circuit 1405 (LB/BK) short to ground
   • Circuit 3049 (BK/LG) open
   • Dimmer control switch
   • Instrument cluster
   PINPOINT TEST A: THE INTERIOR LAMPS ARE INOPERATIVE
3. PINPOINT TEST A: THE INTERIOR LAMPS ARE INOPERATIVE Test Step Result / Action to Take A1 CHECK THE INTERIOR LAMP OPERATION AT THE DIMMER CONTROL SWITCH
   • Close all doors.
   • Operate the interior lamps with the instrument panel dimmer control switch.
   • Do any interior lamps illuminate?
   Yes
   For vehicles without RKE, REFER to Section 413-01 .
   
   For vehicles with RKE, REFER to Section 419-10 .
   
   No
   GO to A2 . A2 CHECK FOR INSTRUMENT CLUSTER OR VEHICLE SECURITY MODULE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCs)
   • Key in ON position.
   • Carry out the instrument cluster On-Demand Self Test.
   • For vehicles equipped with remote keyless entry (RKE), carry out the vehicle security module On-Demand Self Test.
   • Were instrument cluster DTCs B2499 or B2659, or if equipped with RKE, vehicle security module DTC U1950 present?
   Yes
   For instrument cluster DTC B2499, GO to A5 .
   
   For instrument cluster DTC B2659, GO to A9 .
   
   If equipped with RKE and vehicle security module and DTC U1950 is present, REFER to Section 418-00 to diagnose the UBP network concern before attempting to diagnose the interior lighting concern.
   
   No
   GO to A3 . A3 CHECK CIRCUIT 3049 (BK/LG) FOR AN OPEN
   • Key in OFF position.
   • Disconnect: Instrument Cluster C220b.
   • Measure the voltage between the instrument cluster C220b-9, circuit 3049 (BK/LG), harness side and ground.
   • Is the voltage greater than 10 volts?
   Yes
   GO to A4 .
   
   No
   VERIFY the central junction box (CJB) fuse 21 (15A) is OK. If OK, REPAIR the circuit. TEST the system for normal operation. A4 CHECK INSTRUMENT CLUSTER CIRCUIT 57 (BK) FOR AN OPEN
   • Disconnect: Instrument Cluster C220a.
   • Measure the resistance between the instrument cluster C220a-17, circuit 57 (BK), harness side and ground.
   • Is the resistance less than 5 ohms?
   Yes
   GO to A5 .
   
   No
   REPAIR the circuit. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test. A5 CHECK CIRCUIT 53 (BK/LB) FOR AN OPEN
   • NOTE: If the fuse fails, repair circuit 53 (BK/LB) for a short to ground.
   • Connect a fused (15A) jumper wire between the instrument cluster C220b-9, circuit 3049 (BK/LG), harness side and the instrument cluster C220b-8, circuit 53 (BK/LB), harness side.
   • Do the interior lamps illuminate?
   Yes
   REMOVE the jumper wire. GO to A6 .
   
   No
   REPAIR the circuit. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test. A6 CHECK THE DIMMER CONTROL SWITCH OPERATION
   • Connect: Instrument Cluster C220a.
   • Disconnect: Dimmer Control Switch C205b.
   • Connect a fused (15A) jumper wire between the dimmer control switch C205b-4, circuit 57 (BK) and the dimmer control switch C205b-2, circuit 402 (OG/LG).
   • Do the interior lamps operate?
   Yes
   INSTALL a new dimmer control switch. REFER to Section 417-01 . TEST the system for normal operation.
   
   No
   GO to A7 . A7 CHECK CIRCUIT 402 (OG/LG) FOR AN OPEN
   • Disconnect: Instrument Cluster C220a.
   • Measure the resistance between the instrument cluster C220a-12, circuit 402 (OG/LG), harness side and the dimmer control switch C205b-2, circuit 402 (OG/LG), harness side.
   • Is the resistance less than 5 ohms?
   Yes
   GO to A8 .
   
   No
   REPAIR the circuit. TEST the system for normal operation. A8 CHECK DIMMER CONTROL SWITCH CIRCUIT 57 (BK) FOR AN OPEN
   • Measure the resistance between the dimmer control switch C205b-4, circuit 57 (BK), harness side and ground.
   • Is the resistance less than 5 ohms?
   Yes
   GO to A11 .
   
   No
   REPAIR the circuit. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test. A9 CHECK CIRCUIT 1405 (LB/BK) FOR A SHORT TO GROUND
   • Key in OFF position.
   • Disconnect: Instrument Cluster C220a.
   • Disconnect: Dimmer Control Switch C205b.
   • Measure the resistance between the instrument cluster C220a-11, circuit 1405 (LB/BK), harness side and ground.
   • Is the resistance greater than 10,000 ohms?
   Yes
   GO to A10 .
   
   No
   REPAIR the circuit. TEST the system for normal operation. A10 CHECK THE DIMMER CONTROL SWITCH
   • Carry out the dimmer control switch component test. Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 149 for schematic and connector information.
   • Is the dimmer control switch OK?
   Yes
   GO to A11 .
   
   No
   INSTALL a new dimmer control switch. TEST the system for normal operation. A11 CHECK FOR CORRECT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER OPERATION
   • Disconnect all instrument cluster connectors.
   • Check for:
     • corrosion
     • pushed-out pins
   • Connect all instrument cluster connectors and make sure they seat correctly.
   • Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.
   • Is the concern still present?
   Yes
   INSTALL a new instrument cluster. REFER to Section 413-01 . TEST the system for normal operation.
   
   No
   The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. TEST the system for normal operation

Visual Inspection Chart Electrical

• Bulbs
• Power distribution box (PDB) fuse 35(60A)
• Power junction box (PJB) fuse 17 (15A)
• Circuitry
• Vehicle security module
• Instrument cluster module

Symptom Chart Condition Possible Sources Action

• The interior lamps are inoperative

• Instrument cluster.
• Vehicle security module

• Go To Pinpoint Test A .

Principles of Operation
The instrument cluster illuminates the interior lamps when an unlock signal is received from the vehicle security module. The illuminated entry feature will be canceled when any of the following conditions are met:

• 25 seconds have elapsed since the illuminated entry feature was activated and the interior lamp control is not activated (door ajar or courtesy lamp switch on).
• The instrument cluster receives a request from the vehicle security module (remote transmitter lock button pressed) and the interior lamp control is not activated.
• The ignition is in the RUN or START position and the interior lamp control is not activated.

The instrument cluster illuminates the courtesy lamps when any door is open or ajar. The courtesy lamps shuts off when the doors are closed and the illuminated entry feature is not active or when the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h). The interior lamps are not reactivated until the vehicle speed is less than 3 mph (5 km/h) and a new door open warning lamp signal is received.
The instrument cluster controls the courtesy lamps illuminated entry function by activating the battery saver relay.
The panel dimmer switch is integrated into the headlamp switch and controls the interior lamps by activating the instrument cluster through circuit 1034 (BK/WH).
The vehicle security module sends a signal to the instrument cluster on the UBP network circuit to indicate a request to turn the illuminated entry feature on or off.
The on-demand lamps, glove compartment assembly, homelink module, puddle lamps and illuminated vanity mirrors are controlled by the battery saver relay. The battery saver relay becomes active (relay coil is energized) when the instrument is in the awake mode, or in the sleep mode (relay coil is de-energized).

1. If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceding to the next step.

1. If the cause is not visually evident, connect the diagnostic tool to the data link connector (DLC) located beneath the instrument panel and select the vehicle to be tested from the diagnostic tool menu. If the diagnostic tool does not communicate with the vehicle:
   • check that the program card is correctly installed.
   • check the connections to the vehicle.
   • check the ignition switch position.

1. If the diagnostic tool still does not communicate with the vehicle, refer to the diagnostic tool operating manual.

1. Carry out the diagnostic tool data link test. If the diagnostic tool responds with:
   • SCP+, SCP-, ISO or UBP circuit fault; all electronic control units no response/not equipped, refer to Section 418-00 .
   • System passed, retrieve and record the continuous diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), erase the continuous DTCs, and carry out the self-test diagnostics.

1. If the DTCs retrieved are related to the concern, go to the Instrument Cluster Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Index.

1. If no DTCs related to the concern are retrieved, proceed to the Symptom Chart.
2. 
   
   Instrument Cluster Diagnostic Trouble Code Index DTC Description Source Action B1342 ECU is Defective Instrument Cluster REFER to Section 413-00 . B2499 Courtesy Lamp Output Failure Instrument Cluster Go To Pinpoint Test A . B2659 Courtesy Switch Fault Instrument Cluster Go To Pinpoint Test A . - All Other DTCs Instrument Cluster REFER to Section 418-00 . Do you know what DTC'S are ?

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sounds like your light switch is bad..that's the only place all those share in common.

the radio and interior light is normally a different fuse to the windows the windows will be a 30a and the other a 7.5 or a ten max ,could be a corroded fuse holder in the power supply box under the bonnet

one of your pwr wires going to ground check and insulate all wiring(maybe rubbed through on metal behind light cover/dash cluster

Fuse on back of gage cluster, and the dimmer switch on the gage cluster.

It may not be a bulb, as the instrument cluster usually has a number of bulbs and they probably didn't all blow at once. Pulling instrument clusters can be touchy and may not be for the average "shadetree mechanic" however, typically there are a few screws above the cluster going into the dash pad and a few hidden behind the trim panels below the cluster.

cluster shorted warranty to 80000 miles