2006 Subaru Outback Center Brake Light

2006 SUBARU OUTBACK
62,000 MILES • 4 CYL • AWD • MANUAL
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EFB01
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The center brake light (located in the spoiler above the rear window) does not light. Could this be a fuse of switch? Or is the overpriced spoiler assembly into which the LED brake light is sealed?
Jan 29, 2010 at 5:00 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Check the ground wire on top of center of trunk
Jan 29, 2010 at 5:21 PM
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EFB01
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Thanks.
But since I know little about cars - how do I check the ground wire?
Jan 29, 2010 at 7:50 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Use a DVOM and do a continuity test from that ground point to a chassis ground-should read zero read if infinite its open
Jan 29, 2010 at 8:06 PM
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