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Old 09-17-2004, 06:29 AM
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Brake Lights are Out?????

I have a 2001 Maxima SE. The R/L brake lights are out, but the 3rd brake light in the spoiler works. The tail lights also work. I've changed the bulbs and I still have the same problem. I've also checked all the fuses. Does anyone have any ideas????????????? Please help!!!!
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Old 09-17-2004, 07:21 AM
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I sort of had the same problem last year. my left taillight was out (the bulb was black) and i had it replaced at Pepboys. i went about my business and when i came home for the summer a bunch of people told me it was out. my dad and i looked at it and the bulb wasn't black (wasnt dead) and it lit up when i pressed brake. when i had it replaced, the guy did not fully insert it into the socket so the bulb never lit up inside the housing. hope that helps.
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Old 09-17-2004, 07:33 AM
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I'll have to check that out. Although I'm pretty sure I have it in there all the way...who knows though. The tail light come one when the lights are on, but when I press the brake pedal, nothing happens. No brake light.
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Old 09-17-2004, 07:52 AM
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Make sure they are pressed in all of the way. I had the same problem a few months ago.
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Old 09-17-2004, 09:06 AM
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brakelight has 2 filiments. I learned the hard way.

my brakelight would work, but my taillight when i opened the headlights wouldn't

Make sure BOTH filiments are good and touching. if not, push the baby in as hard as u can.
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Old 09-17-2004, 09:34 AM
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When I get home I'm going to try this. Maybe there not in all the way ??? Thanks for your help on this guys!!!
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