1989 oldsmobile regency brougham tail light problem

1989 OLDSMOBILE NINETY-EIGHT REGENCY
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AMYASININE
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when the headlights get turned on, the tail lights don't work. but the brake lights do work, any ideas?
Mar 28, 2011 at 4:20 PM
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DOCFIXIT
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Do front park lights come on with headlights? have rear bulbs been checked for burnt elements?
Mar 28, 2011 at 4:24 PM
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AMYASININE
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yes they come on with the headlights, and it's not bulbs because they sometimes turn on when hitting bumps. the bulbs are tight, fuse boxes were checked and the fuses are tight..
Mar 28, 2011 at 8:45 PM
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DOCFIXIT
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Suspect poor connection pull socket wiggle bulb and wiring when you get to fault they will light
Mar 28, 2011 at 8:51 PM