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Old 05-01-2008, 02:46 PM
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I was wondering if wiring in an SS LED spoiler light would cause my other two brake lights to not work. When I press the brake pedal, only the spoiler light turns on. I've searched already and did not find a similar problem. Thanks.

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Fixed the brake light problems but now when the brake pedal is pushed, the fuse keeps blowing out. Do I need the resistor?
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Checked all wiring, taped up what looked to be a metal on wire contact, and now everything works.

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I think you still need to to do this: http://shbox.com/1/relay_for_ss_spoiler.jpg
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Na, I don't have ABS or cruise control. Those lights would not come on in my instrument panel. Thanks though.

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im getting an ss spoiler for my 02 v6 and im just wondering what kind of resistor or relay do i need? also i just splice to connect the 2 wires coming from the brake light?
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Originally Posted by 93Z28rare
Fixed the brake light problems but now when the brake pedal is pushed, the fuse keeps blowing out. Do I need the resistor?
I am not familiar with the swap, but if you are blowing fuses, you need to find out what is causing a big draw. Did you follow a write-up while doing the swap? If it's not an installation-related issue, than as mentioned before, check for grounded, damaged, crossed, or frayed wires. Good luck with it.




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