2007 Explorer radio illumination

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Please help me
I just bought a 2007 explorer, When I turn on the dashboard lights, everything lights up fine except for the stereo buttons..it works fine including the display but the buttons just dont illuminate

Is this a fuse issue? It is a stock stereo and my guess is that it was never removed or tampered with...anyone knows what I can do? Do I have to take the unit out and replace some bulbs? Are they easy to get to?

Thanks in advance for any help

 

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I also notice that the radio display does not dimm when the interior dash lights are turned on...I think that means it is not a simple bulb issue?

Please help

 

[cwescapexlt4x4]

the display "should" dim... so there is an issue.

Mine plays a trick (5+ times a year...) where the radio light won't light up and the display won't dim.. only way to "fix" is to restart the Ex.

 

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I think there is an issue..The speed volume feature is also not working!

I took it out..It looks refurbished or repaird as there is a sticker label from a repair shop on it (Which I called, but they are no longer in business)

I took it apart, I tested each individual LED on the buttons board and they all light up.

I was shopping on Ebay for a used unit...Here is what one seller noted on his item: Some features such as buttons light and speed volume may not work if an item from one ford model is installed in another model. He also mentions that it may need to be programmed by a dealer..is this true? and how do you enter the programming mode in these radios?