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Old 10-21-2009, 03:16 PM
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so my third brake light on my 94 Z isnt working. I dont know why. Its not the bulbs, i bought brand new ones and still got nothing. What do you think it could be? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks guys!
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1. Check the Fuse(s)
2. Check the connections, look for Corrosion

Take a look and let me know.
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Originally Posted by MAYH3M
1. Check the Fuse(s)
2. Check the connections, look for Corrosion

Take a look and let me know.
X2 Id have someone hit the brake and check that you have power, then try probing the wire before the connector, see if you have power there.. you may have to work backwards.
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well after all that...no corrosion, no broken wires and no power.....

so i took off the spoiler...and the guy who painted my car this summer never hooked it back up upon reinstallation...that was driving me NUTS! thank god it works now...i have been driving around with no 3rd brake for almost 3 months now not knowing it was out!

thanks for your help tho MAYH3M and 98pontiac, much appreciated




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