1997 Chevy Tahoe left brake light

1997 CHEVROLET TAHOE
200,000 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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MMARIO
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why does my left brake/turn signal light bulb keep going out after i replace it? I repalce and it gors out again a minute later.
Jun 11, 2009 at 9:54 AM
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JDL
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Hello, are you using the proper bulb? Use a dmm at the bulb socket, take reading with the brake activated, then take a reading with the turn signal activated, they use the same filament, not at the same time. Compare the readings to the other side.

The filament doesn't blow without activating the brake or turn, does it?
Jun 11, 2009 at 10:31 AM
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MMARIO
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My auto part store in my neighborhood says its the panel. Is that true?
Jun 11, 2009 at 4:26 PM
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