Friday, September 23, 2011

Right tail-light issues: sometimes works and sometimes not?

My son's '93 Neon' right tail light works on and off. The left one has no problem. He has changed the fuse, checked the light itself. He was told it is probably electrical. Any suggestions on how and where to start checking? It seems obvious its something directly attached to that rear light. Signal and backup works on and off also. I think it's a loose wire, but have no idea where to look. Someone mentioned Dielictic Grease on another tail-light Q. Where is that found and would it affect only one light? Where is the Harness connector found? Thanks in advance.
Right tail-light issues: sometimes works and sometimes not?
I would check the ground wires, if that does not help then it may need a diagnostic check
Right tail-light issues: sometimes works and sometimes not?
First check the bulb, the filament sometimes will make contact as the car wiggles. Second check the light bulbs connector for rusted or warn contacts. Open the trunk to access the rear lenses.
Yup...ground wire to the body.