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1998 Cadillac STS Repair Question


Topics covered: Fuse, Brake lights, Brakes.
Mileage: 11,800 miles.

Asked on November 11, 2011

Where are the fuses i need to check on my 98 sts cad with regard to brake lights

All the taillights are working but only the left side gets brighter when i step on the brakes
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Answer

Replied on November 11, 2011

First, make sure the bulb is good as the element may even look okay, but it still might not light up. If they are double filament bulbs, they should share a fuse.
However, the fuse box for the brake lights is located under the left rear seat. I have included a diagram showing its location.

Tiny Answered by DrCranknWrench (expert)
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Replied on November 11, 2011

Thanks, all the fuses were good, but as I was working on it my neighbor came by and wriggled the bulb around until the second filament lit up, then after about 5 tries, he lifted the wires on the new bulb a little bit and that did it! Brake lights!!!
Thank you for responding. Got it fixed before I read my email.

Tiny Response from 75235duffy
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Replied on November 11, 2011

You are very welcome and I am glad to hear that it turned out to be an easy fix.
If you ever need anything in the future, we are always glad to help.

Take Care

Dr. C

Tiny Answered by DrCranknWrench (expert)
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Replied on November 12, 2011

Now I need to check the fuse on the CHMSL....?

Tiny Response from 75235duffy
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Replied on November 12, 2011

It should be located in the right front corner of the engine compartment, near underhood fuse block.
It has a black, 3 pin connector.
I could not find the information on it to answer your question. So, I would recomend checking it. I only had the location information.

Tiny Answered by DrCranknWrench (expert)
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