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Re: Light issues

Post by Georgeandkira »

All the PNP switch fine tuning is news to me. Glad I read it.

The correct, matched bulb business is something I learned the hard way.
I also use a smear of dielectric grease to reduce resistance and eliminate corrosion.
When I add it to any bulb's base I make sure the others are done too.

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Post by mydamnvolvo »

So, I ordered the socket for the bulb, one of the prongs was broken, but what about the reverse lights? I removed the passenger side one, and then once i replaced it, neither reverse lights came on.


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Post by abscate »

Check for 12 volts at the prongs once in reverse. Key on of course
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