340driver

Good Morning. I am a first-time Mercedes owner, wanting to tackle my first-time Mercedes "issue." I purchased the 1983 380SL about 2 months ago and have not driven it much. During that time, the turn signals stopped working. I went to the simplest option first and checked the fuse panel. The fuse did not have the obvious signs of any problem. I put the fuse back and was hoping by reseating it, the turn signal problem may be fixed. Instead, nearly all of the gauges in the car stopped working (Speedometer, Tach, Fuel Gauge, Temp Gauge, and maybe more). I want to be clear about what I did. I only took out (1) fuse (the one related to the turn signals) and put it right back. I did not even touch any of the fuses. So, my question is, why would such a routine procedure cause an even larger problem? And, what suggestions would you have in troubleshooting my issues with the car?
Thanks very much for your time.

swatty

The fuse is most likely burnt at the end. Replace with a new fuse and should be good.