Instrument light went off after turn on the head light

2006 TOYOTA SIENNA
50,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JONGTECKFOO
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My 2006 Toyota Sienna instrument light went off after turn on the head light, the instrument panel becomes totally dark. Any one know how to fix it and what is wrong? Thanks.

Jong
Jul 17, 2011 at 7:36 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Have you checked the fuses?
Are the taillights working?
Have you checked the dimmer switch adjustment ( if equipped)?
Jul 18, 2011 at 6:21 AM
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JONGTECKFOO
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Dear KHow2008,
Thank for your help. I adjusted the dimmer switch, it fix the issue. On Toyota Sienna, the trip odometer switch on the odometer itself is also the dimmer switch. Thank you.

Jong
Jul 19, 2011 at 11:45 AM
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KHLOW2008
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You're welcome.

Glad to know the problem had been fixed.

Have a nice day.
Jul 20, 2011 at 8:24 AM
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CHARLIE VINCA
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Just make sure when you reset your trip to zero or setting your per gallon trip after filling up gas, make sure to turn your odometer knob back clockwise to brighten your panel board lights. Than usually cause temporary panic if you are not aware.
Jul 1, 2021 at 11:55 AM
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DANNY L
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Hello, I'm Danny.

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