[Rhett]

I have the same problem with my 97...The dash cluster lights stopped working and I assumed it was the headlight/dimmer switch. I followed my haynes manual and disconnected battery, removed trim, disarmed air bag (pulled fuses, disconnected yellow connector under the dash) then removed the switch (it took a little while). I removed the switch and checked it with a meter and the reostat seems to be working so I assumed the switch was good. I then got the bright idea to disconnect the cluster gage panel (It had one large connector that snapped in). I inspected it and it looked ok, but I was a little overwhelmed with how many pins were in there and had no idea on how to check them, so I reconnected it. Well now I cant even get the car to turn over after everything is reconnected. The panel idiot lights come on, but the car will not turn over at all and the dash illumination still does'nt work?????? I really need some help on this one, Im sinking fast. Is there anyone out there that can bail me out.

Any help would be greatly appreciated!!