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Old Nov 26, 2013 | 06:43 PM
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Default Brake light on one side not working?

I have a 2000 GC Laredo that I purchased a month ago. So I put new bulbs in it for the taillights bulb 3157. I replaced them all on both sides. Well now when I press the brake pedal the right side brake light bulb goes out. When I have the lights on the bulb works but again when I press the brake the bulb goes out completely. I am new to the forum and I would def appreciate any help. I got a 7 month old lil guy at home so taking my GC to the mechanic for everything is something I don't have the luxury of doing if I don't absolutely have to.
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Old Nov 26, 2013 | 08:22 PM
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If it worked after the lamp change and not now, the bulb is fried. Socket may be suspect as well.
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Old Nov 28, 2013 | 12:23 AM
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Originally Posted by Turbo X_J
If it worked after the lamp change and not now, the bulb is fried. Socket may be suspect as well.
Thx for the advice. I bought extra bulbs and tried those as well. If I swap sockets will that tell me anything?? Excuse my questions if they seem stupid. When it comes to electrical issues I'm about as useful as a screen door on a submarine. Thx again
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Old Nov 28, 2013 | 05:05 PM
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Look for melted plastic on the lamp housing or bulb socket that might be causing an open ground on that lamp. Pretty common problem on Jeeps.
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