| Author |
Message |
Patrick Quinn (Pdq)
| | Posted on Thursday, November 01, 2001 - 7:44 pm: | |
Success! Following Herbert's suggestion I examined the manual's fuse block diagram. I re-seated the various plugs which bring power into and out of the fuse block and now have functioning brake lights and turn signals. As Greg guessed, I must have had a loose connection. I'm not sure this is a long-term solution and a trip to the shop may still be required but for now I can drive her a bit before the long cold Chicago winter sets in.
Thanks Greg and Herbert for your suggestions. |
Herbert Edward Gault (Irfgt)
| | Posted on Tuesday, October 30, 2001 - 9:10 pm: | |
There should be a wiring picture in your owners manual that could help you follow the power trail. |
Patrick Quinn (Pdq)
| | Posted on Tuesday, October 30, 2001 - 8:12 pm: | |
Hey Greg, Thanks for your thoughts on my malfunctioning turn signals. I pulled out the old volt meter and pop the fuse out to test for voltage. No voltage. I tried a few other fuses to confirm I was doing it correctly and they did register voltage. So it sounds like your theory about no power at that fuse is correct. Any thoughts on what my next step is? I'm not much of a DIY guy so maybe it's off to the shop but any simple checks you can recommend would be appreciated.
Pat |
Greg Rodgers (Joechristmas)
| | Posted on Sunday, October 28, 2001 - 5:28 pm: | |
Check the power coming in on the fuseblock. Most likely your are not getting power to it. It could be due to a bad or loose connection, corrosion, etc. |
Patrick Quinn (Pdq)
| | Posted on Sunday, October 28, 2001 - 3:51 pm: | |
While driving today I noticed the turn signals on my 328 were not functioning. I had a friend check the brake lights and they had stopped working also. I hauled out the manual and found all of these lights are on the same fuse. It seemed likely that a bad fuse was the problem but the fuse is okay. I replaced it anyway but the lights still don't work. Any thoughts? |