The first thing to do is check your fuses. It may be a very simple fix.
instrument panel or controls?
On a 2002 Mercury Mountaineer : Put your low beam head lights on and pull the headlight selector switch towards you
The first model year of the Mercury Mountaineer sport utility vehicle was 1997 Did you mean 2005 ?
You can view the Mercury Mountaineer owners manuals online at : www . motorcraft service . com ( no spaces ) Click on Owner Guides ( then select your year , and Mountaineer , etcetera )
Your dashboard lights suddenly not working is almost always your indication that your taillights are out. If the fuse for your taillights is blown and you replace it, your dash lights should be fine.
To replace the dashboard lights for the ventilation controls on a 2005 vw passat you need its user manual.
I have what looks like a battery light on my dashboard. What does this mean?
a malfunction has been detected ( could be a sensor )
Your brake lights are out too! Replace the fuse.
remove the dashboard, and u will see the lights behind it
Turn on headlights/parking lights and adjust dimmer control
you have to remove the cover of the dashboard to replace the light bulbs