Failing internal lights

[ParramattaPower]

Hi guys,

 

Had a question about an issue I am suffering with my Corolla (2007) Ascent.

 

Essentially the gauges (speed, odometer, rev), lights for cental column (air con, fan) are not turning on when I switch on.my headlights. They come eventually. Unfortunately, this may mean minutes without lights on my dashboard.

Basically, i can't clear see my speed at night.

Headlights and rears work fine. Internal lights above head switch on fine. No issues there.

Just my internals on dashboard that are suffering here.

I analysed the no.18 fuse (in engine compartment) for "internal lights"  but it is not blown.

Not an electrician. Could it be the relay though?

Any thoughts guys?

Thank you.

 

[Squalled]

This may have some information as the issue seems similar. Apparently it's common on the earlier ZRE models also, possible a connector issue.