Rear parking lights don't work

Tracing a wiring issue, or maybe have questions regarding an aftermarket security system? Post any non-audio related electrical questions here.
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buddhaman
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Rear parking lights don't work

Post by buddhaman » Sun Sep 02, 2012 11:55 am

The rear parking lights on my '96 aren't working and I can't figure out why. I replaced the headlight switch, the headlight switch connector, checked every fuse in the in car panel and the box next to the battery and everything checks out good. Am I missing a fuse somewhere? The headlights come on as well as the front fogs. I also put in new bulbs to rule them out. Gotta get these things working by tomorrow night.

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Post by buddhaman » Sun Sep 02, 2012 11:56 am

Here's the old connector and why I figured it was the connector or the switch.

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Post by ricker91878 » Sun Sep 02, 2012 12:39 pm

are your brake lights working?
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Post by buddhaman » Sun Sep 02, 2012 12:52 pm

Yup, and turn signals and reverse.

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Post by ricker91878 » Sun Sep 02, 2012 10:02 pm

Stupid question but have you checked your grounds? Made sure the bulbs are the correct part number? Checked the plugs the bulbs actually push into? They sound nuts but you'd be surprised, it does sound like some kind of ground out, keep us posted.
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Post by buddhaman » Sun Sep 02, 2012 10:24 pm

The fuse isn't getting any power and neither are the sockets so it looks like I'm going to have to check the grounds and possibly make a new ground.

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