While replacing the overhead interior light the dash lights turned off and will not turn back on?

1992 MERCEDES BENZ 500SEL
80,000 MILES • 5.0L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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BABYD0416
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Dash lights went off and won't turn back on while I was trying to replace overhead interior lamp.
Aug 18, 2024 at 9:58 AM
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It sounds like you popped a fuse when doing the repair, did you see a small spark when doing the overhead interior lamp repair? Here is a guide to help check the fuses, please test them with the key on.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-a-car-fuse

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