brake light issues? 1975 olds delta 88

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Old Jul 26, 2011 | 03:01 PM
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brake light issues? 1975 olds delta 88

pull light switch front lights come on, left and right signal light work and brake light work as well when i press brakes, but no rear lights or dash light when i pull light switch for night driving. not sure where to start all fuses look good. any ideas???
Old Jul 26, 2011 | 03:08 PM
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Defective headlight switch?

By the way, can you be more specific about the rear lights? You say the turn signals work. Do you mean both front and rear turn signals, or just front? Also, does the license plate light come on?

Does the dome light come on as it should when you turn the headlight switch all the way to one side? Does the dome light come on when the doors are opened?
Old Jul 26, 2011 | 03:45 PM
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If I recall, some headlight switches have the front and rear lights on separate terminals.
The instrument lights are on another terminal all together.

I agree that a bad switch, with a dirty internal contact, could be to blame.
You can disassemble the switch pretty easily, but since they're available from your local parts store for about $12, it may not be worth the effort.

- Eric
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