Tag light, taillight and dash light stopped working

1988 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO
6,545 MILES • 0.6L • 6 CYL • TURBO • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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DB940
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My dash light for gauges quit, then my taillights and tag lights quit working. also bulbs are good but can't find right fuse or problem.
Apr 6, 2020 at 12:54 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

I need to know which model you have. A Laredo is a package offered on different model vehicles. Is this a Cherokee. Grand Cherokee, Wrangler? Let me know.

Thanks,
Joe
Apr 6, 2020 at 6:56 PM
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1988 Jeep Cherokee Laredo 4×4 6 cylinder.
Apr 6, 2020 at 6:57 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

The fuse box is under the dash on the left side. Actually, right above where you left foot would sit.

I attached a picture of the fuse box and highlighted the fuse to check. When checking, make sure there is power to the fuse also. Here are a few links you may find helpful.

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

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

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-test-light-circuit-tester

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-voltmeter

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Within the past year, I sold my 1987. Make sure when you check the fuse, nothing looks overheated and the fuse fits snugly into the box.

Let me know if this helps.
Joe
Apr 6, 2020 at 8:14 PM
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