Taillight not working

Tiny
CAS786
  • MEMBER
  • 2007 FORD KA
  • 1.3L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • MANUAL
  • 120,000 MILES
Hello, my rear taillight, and dash lights are not working, however my brake light and indicator lights are working. Sometimes I see the dash lights come one for some time together with my rear tail lights.
Saturday, May 25th, 2019 AT 6:39 AM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
  • MECHANIC
  • 109,747 POSTS
Welcome to 2CarPros.

First, this vehicle isn't offered in the US, so my technical information is limited. However, to me it sounds like a bad ground. First, make sure the battery terminals are clean and tight, free of corrosion. Next, follow the ground wire to where it grounds on the body of the vehicle and confirm it is tight and corrosion free. Also, check the fuse box for loose fuses or ones that are damaged.

Here is a link that explains how a car's electrical system works. Take a look through it. Also, the second link explains how to check wiring and the third explains how to check the battery terminals and ground.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-a-car-electrical-system-works

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/everything-goes-dead-when-engine-is-cranked

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

Do that and let me know what you find.

Joe

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Saturday, May 25th, 2019 AT 8:01 PM

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