1989 Chevy Celebrity

1989 CHEVROLET CELEBRITY
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PILAR9247
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Electrical problem
1989 Chevy Celebrity 179000 miles

My back lights stay on when I shut off the car. Any idea what is going on here?
Apr 9, 2009 at 11:01 AM
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JDL
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Hello, what lites are staying on?

If it is the brake lites, check the circuits at the brake switch. If it is the tail-lamps, check the circuits at the headlamp switch.
Apr 9, 2009 at 11:16 AM
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All I know is it is the 3 lights on each side of the car. Where would the brake switch and the headlamp switch be?
Apr 9, 2009 at 12:10 PM
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JDL
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The knob you pull to turn on the headlamps, that is the headlamp switch.

As far as the brake switch, follow the brake pedal arm,up, there should be a switch.

I'd check all wiring circuits before replacing anything.
Apr 9, 2009 at 12:54 PM
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Thanks. It was also suggested I check the ignition switch. Right now, I disconnect the battery when I am done driving and reconnect when I need to drive.
Apr 9, 2009 at 1:07 PM
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