Why are the lights not working on my Silverado truck?

Alot of the times its the actual 4wd switch ( the one on the dash) sounds like you have no power going to the transfer case i had this problem on my 88 none of the lights would work…. check your switch on your transfer case you should have power on 1 side of the plug Ok. I tried unplugging the battery a few people said that worked for them.

Where are the panel lights on a 2002 Chevy Tahoe?

This 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe came in with the complaint that the dash illumination lights would not come on. These lights are sometimes referred to as panel lights. Testing begins at the illumination fuse in the interior fuse box. The fuse box is located behind this panel on the driver’s end of the dash.

Why are the lights on my 4×4 not working?

The switch to go from Auto 4wheel 4Hi 4Lo and 2Hi the lights don’t light up. not sure i need to get a new relay or maybe put it on a computer to see what it reads out. Any suggestions on what i should do. What have you tried exactly.

What is the dimming switch on a Chevy Tahoe?

The panel dimming switch is part of the headlight switch assembly. The instrument cluster facia pulls loose from the dash carrier. The steering column needs to be placed in the full tilt down position. The shift lever needs to be pulled down into the lowest gear position also. When removing this panel the top edge will have to be tilted out first.

Why are my parking lights not working on my Chevy Silverado?

If the center metal strip in the fuse is broken or damaged, your parking light fuse is blown and will need to be replaced. Replace the fuse, if it is blown, and then close the fuse panel before lowering the hood of your truck. Check your parking lights by starting the ignition and running your parking lights.

Where are the lights on a Chevy Silverado?

This is the entire light assembly unit on the rear of the truck which includes the brake lights, backup lights, running lights, parking lights, emergency flashers, turn signal, wiring harness etc. , the entire rear light housing assembly. Factory workers “over” torqued this plastic part at the factory.

How do you turn on the brake light on a Chevy Silverado?

Back probe the switch terminals with a test light. Only one of the switch terminals should turn on the test light. When you depress the brake pedal, both switch terminals should turn on the test light. If only one of the wires turns on the test light, unplug the switch and jump the two connections at the connector.

When do you replace the tail light on a Chevy Silverado?

This happened with the right tail light at 20,000 miles which was replaced, and again with the left tail light at 46,000 miles which Chevrolet refuses to take responsibility for. This is certainly a very dangerous situation which could cause injury or death if on a busy freeway at night.

Why are there no lights on my 4WD?

2006 silverado 1500. 4×4 would not engage on mine. I would receive service 4wd message on dash and 4wd switch would change light locations randomly. Changed swich and it did not fix the problem.

Why is my 4wheel drive not working on my Chevy truck?

I have a 03 Chevy 1500. And when i bought it the guy who had it said the 4wheel drive module had gone out not sure but I have gone around on different forms looking and reading and I tried a few of them things, but they haven’t worked.

What to do if your dash light does not work?

#Test the dashboard light bulbs. If the fuses are working properly, check for a blown bulb in the dashboard. Following the manufacturer’s instructions, disconnect the battery while working on the dash, remove the faceplate covering your vehicle’s dashboard gauge panel. Remove the screws holding the plate on. Carefully remove the faceplate.

Why are the lights not working on my Silverado?

Anyway i have a 2006 Chev Silverado Crew Cab 4.8L 4×4 and my issue is with my Map and Dome Lights not automatically turning on when the doors open or the key is removed from the ignition.

2006 silverado 1500. 4×4 would not engage on mine. I would receive service 4wd message on dash and 4wd switch would change light locations randomly. Changed swich and it did not fix the problem.

Is there a problem with my Chevy Silverado?

Will turn key and it is like no power from battery to starter, but have lights, radio, etc. Turn key again or sometimes multiple times, to no avail. Then, turn it one more time and it starts. Then the next 15 starts, no problem. Sometimes hot engine, sometimes cold. UPDATE: 2-6-14; I sold the truck to my father. He changed the starter.

Why does my check engine light not come on?

The dome light did NOT come on when the door was open. I turned it on with the switch. The check engine light went off immediately after I turned the key to start. Yesterday it stayed on. When starting, the dome light flickered (I had turned it on manually today) , as it should.

Why does my Silverado 4 wheel drive not work?

2005 Chev pickup Silverado 4×4. 5.3L. Question Here: push the button to engage four wheel drive and it don’t work. Light don’t even blink. Is this a common problem and what do i check for?

Why is my 4 wheel drive light not engaging?

If you don’t shift it into neutral, the 4wd light will continue to flash and won’t get into gear. Seems to be a common occurrence on these trucks. Dodge dealers recommend engaging 4-lo, then back in 2-wheel drive, then back in 4-wheel drive hi (4H). This sequence apparently resolves the problem.

Can a Chevy Silverado have a slipping 4WD system?

So if your Chevy Silverado is showing symptoms of a slipping 4WD system, continue reading for common diagnoses and repairs. This article applies to the Chevrolet Silverado GMT800 (1999-2006). 4WD systems give truck owners unprecedented abilities when it comes to gaining traction, both on and off the road.

Why does my Silverado 4×4 light not come on?

The 4×4 light in the dash does not come on when it isn’t working and it comes on when it is. I have tested it and when the light is on the 4×4 is working. The truck has a manual shifter in the floor for the transfer case and there aren’t any binding issues or anything.

2005 Chev pickup Silverado 4×4. 5.3L. Question Here: push the button to engage four wheel drive and it don’t work. Light don’t even blink. Is this a common problem and what do i check for?

What does the 4 wheel drive light mean?

The purpose of the 4 wheel drive light is to indicate when you have engaged 4WD mode by selecting 4H. When the light flashes continuously for more than 30 seconds it signifies there is a problem somewhere on your drivetrain system and that 4WD has not engaged properly.