Chevrolet Backup Lights Out

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RICHBOMB22
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i have a problem with my back up lights, i replaced my lightbulbs and i still get nothing. to be safe and make sure i dont mess anything up i want a little more help and info on what i should check out next. my mom said i should check the cables that are connected to the transmission but i do not know which ones i should be checking for or what to do?
Jan 11, 2007 at 12:37 PM
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Yes, you should check not only the wiring harness connection to the transmission, but also the back up light wires running the length of the vehicle. First, check your fuse box for burnt out fuses. Then check for cracked wires, wires with stripped insulation, (they might be grounding themselves on a metal surface) loose wire connections, dirt/oil/moisture or water in wire plug connectors. Sometimes the problem is just a very simple one.
Jan 12, 2007 at 8:15 AM

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Check the fuse box for blown fuses, then inspect the transmission wiring harness connection and the backup-light wiring for cracked or stripped wires, loose connections, and dirt, oil, or moisture in the connectors.

Conversation Summary

The owner replaced the backup light bulbs on a Chevrolet, but the lights still do not work, and asked which transmission cables to check. The expert advised checking the fuses first, then the transmission harness connection and backup-light wiring for damage, grounding, loose connections, and contamination in connectors.

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