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datsnice
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 Posted: Mon Jun 11, 2018 1:16 pm Post subject: No reverse lights #15 fuse keeps blowing |
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I have no reverse lights, so I first checked the number #15 Fuse and it was blown. Replaced it with another 10amp fuse, turned ignitionOn, shifted into reverse, but still no reverse lights. Checked the fuse again and it blew the new one. Any idea What is causing this? I have to get this fixed by tomorrow! Thanks for any help!
89 Vanagon camper
Auto transmission
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16CVs 
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| Posted: Mon Jun 11, 2018 10:53 pm Post subject: Re: No reverse lights #15 fuse keeps blowing |
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Remove both taillights and replace the fuse. If it does not blow then replace them one at a time. Could be a corroded or shorted bulb.
Could also be the output wire at the switch is off and shorting to ground. I would start with the tail lights and work my way towards the switch.
Stacy
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datsnice
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| Posted: Tue Jun 12, 2018 9:26 am Post subject: Re: No reverse lights #15 fuse keeps blowing |
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Remove both taillights and replace the fuse. If it does not blow then replace them one at a time. Could be a corroded or shorted bulb.
Could also be the output wire at the switch is off and shorting to ground. I would start with the tail lights and work my way towards the switch.
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Can you tell me where the switch is? FYI I have a Subaru 2.2conversion if that makes a difference. Thanks!
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| Posted: Wed Jun 13, 2018 12:28 am Post subject: Re: No reverse lights #15 fuse keeps blowing |
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I always forget which side it's on. I think the right side. It's on a a raised boss so you can't miss it. It's a small 2 pole switch , as I recall some have a plstic Molex on it and some just have 2 wires.
Just climb under and look up high on the side, it's not hard to see.
Stacy
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