1992 Nissan Sentra odd brake light problem

1992 NISSAN SENTRA
140,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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ENDLESSRAYNE
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i recently got pulled over for a brake light out, so i replaced the bulb thinking it was all good, even after a state inspection they replaced the bulb again then passed it. however i was told by people that my brake light was out, but when i looked it wasnt. what happens is when i turn my headlights on, my driver side brakelight doesnt work, but when they are off, it works?
Feb 3, 2009 at 6:19 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Pull the bulb out and clean the contacts in the socket make sure there's no corrosion between the contacts.
Feb 3, 2009 at 9:04 AM
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KHLOW2008
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2 cents to add here.

Check the grounding points at rear tailight as well, a bad ground would cause havoc to the circuit as well.
Feb 3, 2009 at 9:17 AM
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