Dash lights in 2012 Dodge Journey won't go off.

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My dash lights stay on after exiting the vehicle. I have it down to that the first door opened must be the first door closed but if any door is opened before the engine is shut off the lights stay on. In order to turn the lights off I turn the ignition on (but don't start it) and wait until the radio comes on and all the warning lights have gone through their cycle. Then turn off and exit works 90% of the time. However I need to get this fixed ! Getting tired of waiting by the car until I can confirm dash lights are off otherwise return to dead car. Incidentally I have replaced the battery and the BCM. Figure itl's got to be a short somewhere. Any ideas ?

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How long has your 2012 Dodge Journey had this problem?

About a year and $1,000.00 later.