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Old 10-06-2006, 12:52 AM
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My car keeps burning out the turn signal and back up light 20amp fuse. I just burnt through 3 in a matter of 2 minutes. What could be causing this.. and how can i fix it
Old 10-06-2006, 01:26 AM
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check the load on the wire, the type of bulb, and make sure your using the right fuse...
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load on the wire... what do you mean by that? I did have my tail lights off the other day to tint them..... so maybe i crimped something while putting them back on?
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the voltage running through the wire....take a voltmeter to it....
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having same problem did you find anything out?
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any other thoughts?




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