Blinker Question Need Help Fast...
Blinker Question Need Help Fast... Ok heres the deal, when I turn on my drivers side blinker it lights up but doesnt blink(just a steady light), but when I turn on my passenger side blinker and my hazards they both blink. I checked all the bulbs (and they are all good), so what could this be??? Please help...
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From: Jacksonville, FL (originally from Toronto Canada)
Check your bulbs again. This problem is caused by a bulb not working on the side that doesn't flash. Either the bulb itself is burned out, the socket is corroded, or there's a bad connection in the wires. It is not the flasher because the same flasher controls both sides.
Remember that the bulbs are dual filament (one for parking lights, one for signals) and one filament can be burned out while the other still works. The easy way to find the problem is to turn on your hazard flashers and walk around the car looking for the lamp that should be flashing but isn't. Don't forget the side marker lights and that Firebirds have two bulbs that flash in each side taillight. (However, if I had to guess, I'd bet you'll find the front DRL/signal bulb is the problem - they are notorious for getting water in them.)
Remember that the bulbs are dual filament (one for parking lights, one for signals) and one filament can be burned out while the other still works. The easy way to find the problem is to turn on your hazard flashers and walk around the car looking for the lamp that should be flashing but isn't. Don't forget the side marker lights and that Firebirds have two bulbs that flash in each side taillight. (However, if I had to guess, I'd bet you'll find the front DRL/signal bulb is the problem - they are notorious for getting water in them.)
