Dome light problem

westend wrote:
I'd suggest you get a hand held meter and a cheap 12v test light. You could probably diagnose a simple light fixture problem with a known-to-work bulb but there will be a next time for something electrical and you'll be in the same diagnostic quandary. Harbor Freight sells very cheap meters and I have a couple of them. They are about the cheapest but will work for awhile. Any large store will sell better meters that will have better durability. Expect to pay $20-$75 for a better meter, the higher end ones having DC amperage measurement capability.

Your light fixture sounds like it has no power. Remove the fixture to access the back with wiring. Inspect for loose or broken connections. If none are observable, follow the wiring back to the next fixture in the electrical path to find the issues, same process, remove and inspect.

Good luck with the repair.

Im going to stop by Walmart after work so I can hopefully fix the problem this evening. Heading out on a trip this Saturday so I need it fixed before that. hoping its just the wiring. Its just strange that before I pulled the old bulbs out it all worked just fine. . . .