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Old Dec 31, 2003 | 10:19 PM
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Hello have a problem with drivers side brake light! Both work fine when park or head lights are off but when I pull head light switch drivers side wont come on Passenger side works fine. Anyone have any ideas? Thanks!
 
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Old Jan 1, 2004 | 07:02 PM
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What make, model, and year is your vehicle?

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Old Jan 3, 2004 | 09:50 PM
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Old Jan 3, 2004 | 10:10 PM
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Driver's side bulb has a bad ground. Take the bulb out and clean the brass part of the bulb and the socket. Then try it. If that doesn't work, make sure the ground wire to the socket, or if it's a metal socket, make sure it's making good contact with the sheetmetal of the bed.
 
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Old Jan 3, 2004 | 11:58 PM
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Sorry I did leave something out works fine with lights out when lights are on and I try bulb goes out, ie no light and no brake light!
 
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