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1998 Olds Cutlass - Brake light problem

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teltek7800
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May 25, 2012, 6:04 PM

Post #1 of 4 (4079 views)
1998 Olds Cutlass - Brake light problem Sign In
Hi,

I have a problem with this car now.

It all started with the drivers side brake light going out. Then the passengers side went out as well before I could replace the bulb on the drivers side. I was left with just the 3rd brake light. All of the sudden the 3rd light went out - now I have no brake lights.

All of the taillights, backup, corner markers and turn signals work. I am just trying to figure out if I am missing something.

So far in troubleshooting I have:

Checked fuses
Replaced all bulbs
Replaced the brake switch
Tried new circuit boards for both taillight assemblies
Tried new turn signal switch

Thanks for any and all help in this matter - I look forward to your replies.


Hammer Time
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May 25, 2012, 6:41 PM

Post #2 of 4 (4047 views)
Re: 1998 Olds Cutlass - Brake light problem Sign In
It's time to stop throwing parts at it and start testing to find out where you have power and where you don't.



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teltek7800
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May 25, 2012, 7:07 PM

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Re: 1998 Olds Cutlass - Brake light problem Sign In
Ok - That is why I asked a question on what I should maybe do next


Hammer Time
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May 26, 2012, 3:10 AM

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OK, that's why I said to stop replacing and start testing.

You replaced bulbs.... Did you test for power at the sockets first?

You replaced the brake light switch ........ Did you test for power in and out of the switch first?

You replaced the turn signal switch ......... Did you test for power in and out of the switch first?



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