2003 Dodge Caravan Right brake light out.

2003 DODGE CARAVAN
180,000 MILES • 3.4L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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L5RICK
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I've changed the light bulb. In fact I've changed all three bulbs in the tail light assembly.I've checked the fuse for the brake lights. It's OK too.All the connectors I can get to at the tail light assembly look good. No corrosion and seem to be fine electrically.I'm baffled.Any suggestions
Feb 17, 2015 at 11:26 AM
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JDL
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Did you check voltage and ground for the lamp in question, I'm talking about the wiring to the bulb socket. Lightly push on the bulb, while a helper steps on the brake, if it lights-up, just wasn't making good contact. Just to add, white wire with tan tracer is voltage for brake lamp. Have helper step on the brake, use a testlite to check voltage on that wire. I wouldn't think it would be ground, all rear lamps on that side use the same ground.
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Feb 27, 2021 at 1:49 PM
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L5RICK
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I have also switched all three receptacles around. Each one clicks in firmly. I'll have to find a helper tonight and see what happens with a meter.
Feb 27, 2021 at 1:49 PM
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JDL
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You could use a cement block or something heavy on the brake pedal?
Feb 27, 2021 at 1:49 PM