Electrical circuit problem?

Tiny
MING FENG
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  • 2000 MAZDA MPV
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 145,000 MILES
Dear all,

My vehicle listed above is giving me trouble again. I went to a store, and everything was fine when I arrived. However, when I left, the transmission gear shift got stuck. I removed the small button cover on top, used my finger to push it, and was able to shift into "D" (the transmission is automatic).

While driving home, I noticed some issues:

The speedometer showed 0, and the mileage meter didn’t move.
The cigar lighter socket had no power, so I couldn’t charge my phone.
The clock display wasn’t showing the time.
Despite these issues, the car drove normally.

I suspect there’s an electrical circuit problem, and it seems like the components above might share the same circuit. I think it’s most likely a blown fuse, but with so many fuses, I’m not sure where to start. Should I check each fuse one by one, or do you have any suggestions?

Thank you for your help!

Ming
Monday, December 30th, 2024 AT 1:22 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Yep, I would start by checking the "cigar/meter" fuse in the fuse panel by the left side kick panel inside the car.

Here is a guide to help:

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

Please go over this guide and get back to us.
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Tuesday, December 31st, 2024 AT 12:08 PM
Tiny
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Thank you, Ken. I will try in the next few days and let you know. Happy new year!
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Tuesday, December 31st, 2024 AT 6:30 PM
Tiny
KEN L
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Sounds good, Happy new year! To you as well :)
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Wednesday, January 1st, 2025 AT 10:37 AM

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