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R house doorbells, lighted house numbers on same circuit

Both items r inop

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Most door bells that are hard wired to a curcuit breaker or other power supply have a transformer, 120 volt ac to 24volts ac. It would take an electrician to test the transformer to see if you are getting the proper voltage into the transformer and out the other side being 120 v ac in and 24v out. The house numbers may run off of the same transformer. If you are not a certified electrician,do not try to fix this problem yourself. All power must be turned off at the breaker box. I hope I have been of some assistance. Better safe than sorry.

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Where is tha fuse located for tha license plate light on 2005 cadillac cts and what number os it..

are the bulbs good ? Do the tail light's , park light's work ? These light's all come on when you turn the headlamp switch on to park lamps or headlamps .

Turn ON the park lamps.
Observe the license lamps.
Do the license lamps operate properly? Yes - No
No ? Go to Step 3
Do the park lamps operate properly? Yes - No
Yes - Go to Step 4

Remove the inoperative license lamp bulb.
Connect a test lamp between the instrument panel lamp fuse supply voltage 1 circuit of the inoperative license lamp bulb and the ground circuit of the inoperative license lamp bulb.
Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
Turn ON the park lamps.
Did the test lamp illuminate?

DIMMING FUSE 10 amp - located in the under hood fuse box .
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Do you know how to use a wiring diagram along with a DMM - digital mult-meter to test electrical circuits ? Do you know what a FORD smart junction box is ? It's a electronic control module an it supply's B+ voltage for the tail lights . Free wiring diagrams here http://www.bbbind.com/free-tsb Enter vehicle info. year ,make , model an engine size. Under system click on lighting then under subsystem click on parking lamps .
Your first step should have been to take it to a qualified repair shop that has a scanner that can read DTC'S - diagnostic trouble codes out of the SJB
Smart Junction Box (SJB) Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Index DTC Description Source Action B1342 ECU Is Defective SJB CLEAR the DTCs. RETRIEVE the DTCs. If DTC B1342 is retrieved again, INSTALL a new SJB. REFER to Section 419-10 . B1578 Park Lamp On/Off Switch/Circuit Short to Ground SJB Go To Pinpoint Test T . C1961 Park Lamps Relay Coil Circuit Failure SJB Go To Pinpoint Test S
Symptom Chart Condition Possible Sources Action
  • The exterior lamps are inoperative
  • Circuitry
  • Parking lamp relay
  • Multifunction switch
  • Smart junction box (SJB)
  • Go To Pinpoint Test R .
  • One or more parking, rear or license lamps is inoperative
  • Circuitry
  • SJB
  • Go To Pinpoint Test S .
  • The parking, rear or license lamps are on continuously
  • Circuitry
  • Parking lamp relay
  • Multifunction switch
  • SJB
  • Go To Pinpoint Test T .

PINPOINT TEST S: ONE OR MORE PARKING, REAR OR LICENSE LAMPS IS INOPERATIVE Test Step Result / Action to Take S1 CHECK THE STOPLAMPS AND TURN LAMPS
  • Key in ON position.
  • Operate the turn signals and apply the brake pedal while observing the exterior lamps.
  • Do the stoplamps and turn lamps operate correctly?
Yes
GO to S2 .

No
REFER to Stoplamps or Turn Signal, Cornering and Hazard Lamps in this section to diagnose the stoplamps or turn lamps. S2 DETERMINE THE CONDITION
  • Place the multifunction switch to the parking lamps ON position.
  • Are all the parking lamps inoperative?
Yes
Go To Pinpoint Test R .

No
If all front parking lamps are inoperative, GO to S3 .

If all rear parking and license lamps are inoperative, GO to S4 .

If one parking or license lamp is inoperative, GO to S5 . S3 CHECK CIRCUIT 14 (BN) FOR AN OPEN (FRONT LAMPS)
  • Key in OFF position.
  • Turn the headlamp switch off.
  • Disconnect: Smart Junction Box (SJB) C2280b.
  • Measure the resistance between the SJB C2280b-8, circuit 14 (BN), harness side and ground
  • Is the resistance less than 5 ohms?
Yes
GO to S6 .

No
REPAIR the circuit. TEST the system for normal operation. S4 CHECK CIRCUIT 14 (BN) FOR AN OPEN (REAR LAMPS)
  • Key in OFF position.
  • Turn the headlamp switch off.
  • Disconnect: Smart Junction Box (SJB) C2280c.
  • Measure the resistance between the SJB C2280c-19, circuit 14 (BN), harness side and ground
  • Is the resistance less than 5 ohms?
Yes
GO to S6 .

No
REPAIR the circuit. TEST the system for normal operation. S5 CHECK THE GROUND CIRCUIT
  • Key in OFF position.
  • Turn the headlamp switch off.
  • Disconnect: Inoperative Lamp.
  • Measure the resistance between the inoperative lamp connector, harness side and ground as follows:

    Lamp Connector Circuit LH side marker lamp C156-2 RH side marker lamp C166-2 LH front lamp C1023-1 RH front lamp C1043-1 LH rear lamp C419-1 RH rear lamp C418-1 LH license lamp C454-2 RH license lamp C462-2
  • Is the resistance less than 5 ohms?
Yes
REPAIR circuit 14 (BN). TEST the system for normal operation.

No
REPAIR circuit 57 (BK). TEST the system for normal operation. S6 CHECK FOR CORRECT SJB OPERATION
  • Disconnect all the SJB connectors.
  • Check for:
    • corrosion
    • pushed-out pins
  • Connect all the SJB connectors and make sure they seat correctly.
  • Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.
  • Is the concern still present?
Yes
INSTALL a new SJB. REFER to Section 419-10 . TEST the system for normal operation.

No
The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. CLEAR any DTCs. REPEAT the self-test.
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What is the fuse number for the dashboard lights on a 2007 Ford Focus 3 door hatchback?

Principles of Operation
The instrument cluster and panel illumination consists of dimmable and non-dimmable illumination components. The dimmable illumination is controlled by the instrument panel dimmer switch, which allows the brightness level of the backlights to be adjusted to the customer preferences. With the parking lamps ON, the instrument panel dimmer switch uses electronic circuitry to provide a variable pulse width modulated (PWM) output to the instrument panel and all applicable switches depending on the driver-controlled level of intensity. The headlamp switch backlighting consists of 2 constantly illuminated LED bulbs that are powered by separate circuits. Battery voltage is supplied to the first bulb when the ignition switch is in the RUN position. Battery voltage is supplied to the second bulb with the parking lamps ON. The non-dimmable illumination allows for full intensity dependant on the ignition switch position.

Inspection and Verification
  1. Verify the customer concern.
  1. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical or electrical damage.


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  1. If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct he cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next step.
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Symptom Chart
Symptom Chart Condition Possible Sources Action
  • The control illumination is inoperative
  • Headlamp switch
  • Circuitry
  • Go To Pinpoint Test A .
  • The instrument cluster illumination is inoperative
  • Circuitry
  • Instrument cluster
  • Go To Pinpoint Test B .
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  • Circuitry
  • Climate control panel
  • Go To Pinpoint Test C .
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  • Circuitry
  • Audio unit
  • Go To Pinpoint Test D .
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  • Transmission control lever illumination bulb
  • Go To Pinpoint Test E .
  • The hazard warning switch illumination is inoperative
  • Circuitry
  • Hazard warning switch
  • Go To Pinpoint Test F .
  • The traction control switch illumination is inoperative
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  • Traction control switch
  • Go To Pinpoint Test G .
  • The window control switch illumination is inoperative
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  • Window control switch
  • VERIFY the operation of the window control switch in question. If the window control switch is inoperative, REFER to Section 501-11 . If the window control switch operates correctly, INSTALL the new window control switch in question. REFER to Section 501-11 .
  • The instrument panel illumination does not dim
  • Headlamp switch
  • Circuitry
  • Go To Pinpoint Test H .

Pinpoint Test B: The Instrument Cluster Illumination Is Inoperative
Normal Operation A variable pulse width modulated (PWM) voltage is supplied to the instrument cluster through circuit 29S-LA31 (OG/BU). The instrument cluster is grounded through circuit 91-GG14 (BK/OG).
    Possible Causes
  • circuit 29S-LA31 (OG/BU) open
  • circuit 91-GG14 (BK/OG) open
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PINPOINT TEST B: THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ILLUMINATION IS INOPERATIVE CAUTION: Use the correct probe adaptor(s) when making measurements. Failure to use the correct probe adaptor(s) may damage the connector.
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Factory repair manual step by step testing procedure for Interior Backlighting Inoperative. In your course of testing let me know if you need location for anything .

2
Turn ON the parklamps.
Ensure the panel dimmer switch is at maximum illumination.
Do the illumination lamps operate normally?
YES - Go to Testing for Electrical Intermittents in Wiring Systems
NO - Go to Step 3
3
Is only one lamp inoperative?
YES - Go to Step 4
NO - Go to Step 6
4
Test the instrument panel lamp supply voltage circuit of the inoperative lamp for high resistance or an open. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?
YES - Go to Step 17
NO - Go to Step 5
5
Test the ground circuit of the inoperative lamp for high resistance or an open. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?
YES - Go to Step 17
NO - Go to Step 11
6
Do the park lamps function properly?
YES - Go to Step 7
NO - Go to Park Lamps Inoperative
7
Inspect the ILLUM fuse.
Is the fuse open?
YES - Go to Step 12
NO - Go to Step 8
8
Ensure the panel dimmer switch is at maximum illumination.
Connect a test lamp between the ILLUM fuse and ground.
Does the test lamp illuminate?
YES - Go to Step 14
NO - Go to Step 9
9
without disconnecting the switch, connect a test lamp between the instrument panel lamps dimmer switch signal circuit at the headlamp and panel dimmer switch and ground.
Does the test lamp illuminate?
YES - Go to Step 13
NO - Go to Step 10
10
Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the headlamp and panel dimmer switch. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?
YES - Go to Step 17
NO - Go to Step 16
11
Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the inoperative bulb. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?
YES - Go to Step 17
NO - Go to Step 15
12
Repair the short to ground in the instrument panel lamp supply voltage circuit. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Replace the fuse.
YES - Did you complete the repair?
NO - Go to Step 17
--
13
Repair the open in the instrument panel lamps dimmer switch signal circuit between the switch and the fuse. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you complete the repair?
Go to Step 17
--
14
Repair the open in the instrument panel lamp supply voltage circuit. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you complete the repair?
Go to Step 17
--
15
Replace the inoperative bulb.
Did you complete the replacement?
Go to Step 17
--
16
Replace the headlamp and panel dimmer switch. Refer to Headlamp Switch Replacement .
Did you complete the replacement?
Go to Step 17
--
17
Operate the system in order to verify the repair.
Did you correct the condition?
System OK
Go to Step 3
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