2002 Dodge Durango right turn signal light

2002 DODGE DURANGO
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THOMASRWAINWRIGHT
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Electrical problem
2002 Dodge Durango Four Wheel Drive 101126 miles

why is it that when i apply my brakes my right turn signal light comes on , not blinking just solid. it shows up on the dashboard and the outside front light. I have turned on all the light s checked the flashers and turn signals and they all seem to work. any ideas. Thank you in advance
Dec 24, 2008 at 12:38 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi:
You have a short somewhere in the system. Chances are the light socket is bad allowing power to backfeed to a ground (which makes its way through your system). It is inexpensive to replace if you want. Other than that, you need to start following the wiring to locate a broken or damaged wire.
Dec 24, 2008 at 9:02 PM
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