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Old Mar 12, 2016 | 04:41 PM
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Reverse light issue

About a month ago I discovered one of my reverse lights was out on my 97 f150. So first thing I did was replace the bulbs then they both went out. So with my test light I checked the fuse and all sockets. All good there. Then I suspected the switch. So I bought a new switch. Nothing. Then checked the connector with the test light. Thought I found my problem there. So I bought a new connector and when I connect the wires, they only flick on once. Not even for a full second. I hear a click and I'm told the lights flick on once and that's it. Any help will be appreciated. Thanks
 
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Old Mar 12, 2016 | 08:40 PM
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You are really beating around the bush.
What did you check and how?
The voltage supply come form the fuse through the transmission switch>
Did you check for voltage at all points from the switch to the light bulb sockets?
If you have voltage solid, then your missing a ground.
Good luck.
 
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