dome light problems - SRT Forums

fullofrage4u · 11-01-2008, 03:55 AM

I had a burnt out dome light bulb for a while so I decided to get the LED dome light with the HVAC/gauge LEDS. Well when I put the LED in place it is already turned on. It doesn't matter if it's in the ON position or if the doors are open/closed, or even if the keys are in the ignition. I got a regular bulb just to make sure the LED wasn't the problem and the same thing occured. So basically there is a constant current running through it and no way of turning it off.

Any help?
Thanks, Dave

Tony S. · 11-01-2008, 07:37 AM

NVM...Just reread your post.

Sota · 11-01-2008, 07:57 AM

if you're saying it doesn't matter if the dimmer/dome switch on the stalk is on or off and the bulb is staying on, I'd say you have a problem with the multi-function. Have you checked it recently for burn marks?

Sota · 11-01-2008, 07:58 AM

other possiblilty is that one of the door switches has failed and shorted out.
good luck hunting it down... electrical gremlins are just plain EVIL.

Garmz · 11-02-2008, 06:53 PM

Our cars are crap.

There is constantly a current in the dome light. Its so minimal that a filament bulb will create enough resistance to make it not light up.. The led requires alot less and is able to make use to that little amount of current.