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Normal Operation

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When the headlamp switch is placed in the PARK position or the headlamp ON position, voltage is supplied to the dimmer switch through circuit 14 (BN). The dimmer switch the then needs a variable voltage to the illumination controls through circuit 19 (LB/RD). Ground for the dimmer switch is supplied through circuit 57 (BK).