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Instrument panel problem

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Main Forum' started by Katherine28, Oct 28, 2018.

  1. Katherine28

    Katherine28 New Member

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    2011 Prius: Why is it that when I turn on my running/ headlights my instrument panel darkens? It doesn't go out but it is hard to see. Is there an adjustment?
     
  2. Tideland Prius

    Tideland Prius Moderator of the North
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    Yes. Look for the rotary dial to the left of the steering wheel, on the dashboard.

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  3. AzWxGuy

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    And if you roll the dial completely in direction 1 you will encounter a detent where the instrument panel will be full daytime illumination. That is where I set it when driving in inclement weather during the day with headlights on.
     
  4. MCCABE Yohe

    MCCABE Yohe New Member

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    Did you try this fix? I have mine rolled all the way in the direction of 1 and then you can push it a little further and it clicks in a super bright mode...that is where I keep mine!