after changing bulb the light still doesn't work

2000 FORD MUSTANG
137,000 MILES
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WJEFF01
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I changed my gear indicator bulb yesterday but it still is not working. Can someone please tell me how to find out why power doesn't seem to be there? In case I'm not stating it correctly, this is the bulb under the gears that's to supposed to light up the letters at night (P R D 1 2) next to the automatic gear shifter.

Thanks to any who respond!

Jeff
Sep 25, 2011 at 1:33 PM
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if you have a test light make sure you are getting power to the socket, one will be ground an dthe other will be hot with the lights on. make sure the bulb is in good
Sep 25, 2011 at 1:40 PM
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WJEFF01
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Thank you!
Sep 25, 2011 at 9:58 PM
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