Back light problem with module switches

[carbuff]

My 1989 Reatta switch modlues backlights only work when the fog lights are on. When I have the fog lights and the headlights on together and then put the brights/headlights on the backlights go off and the speedometer and CRT unit go to daylight mode and get real bright which is blinding. Any suggestions on fix?

[padgett]

Common problem. Have three options in order of expense/difficulty:

1) New headlight switch

2) Rebuild headlight switch

3) Spray tuner cleaner & lubricant from Radio Shack in cracks in headlight switch while working switch.

[Guest tomt]

Re the spray cleaner, which really does work. It was never mentioned before, but raise the headlights with the console switch before operating the headlight switch. It may sound obvous, but I didn't do it the first time. This is a lot easier on the headlight assembly.

[carbuff]

Thank you very much for your help. I tried it and it worked. Thanks again.

[Vincent Vega]

Lesson is stop here first. Dealer would have clipped you about 2 bills on a replace/repair you didn't need. This place is great!!