tgr1605
I have a 1998 Allure with the same engine. I believe the foot operated switch you have is not a dimmer switch but an Engine Protection Module (EPM) over ride switch. When some abnormal condition (over temp, low oil pressure, low coolant level, etc.) happens deviating from the operating norm, signals will be sent to the EPM.....warning indicator lights will activate.......and the audible alarm will sound.
The EPM sensor will activate the automatic shut down Time Delay Relay (TDR) and sound an intermittent beeping alarm. About 30 seconds after the shut down sequence has been activated, power to the fuel solenoid will be interrupted and the engine will stop. By pressing (stepping on) this switch activation of the TDR is temporarily interrupted. It is a momentary switch and the shut down sequence will resume immediately upon releasing the switch. The switch will also allow restarting after a shutdown occurred. The EPM will continue the shut down sequence and the beeping alarm until the problem is corrected or repaired. This is there to get you off the main travel lane to a safe stopping point.
I believe you'll find the dimmer switch is built into the turn signal actuating arm. Hope this helps and good luck on the starting issue.
Regards,
G
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East Wenatchee,WA
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