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2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee Repair Question


Topics covered: Headlights, Brake lights, Terminal.
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Asked on October 1, 2012

Why wouldn't my brake lights work if my headlights are on

Hello, I have a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo.
When my headlights are off my brake lights work fine. But when I turn my headlights on my left brake light doesn't work.
Would you know why ?
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Answer

Replied on October 1, 2012

bad ground in the socket. remove the bulb and clean the terminals.

Roy

Tiny Answered by ASEMaster6371 (expert)
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Replied on October 2, 2012

Tried that. When i turn on my headlights the whole left tail light goes out.

Tiny Response from 2001jeep
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Replied on October 2, 2012

thats a ground issue. the socket may need to be replaced

Roy

Tiny Answered by ASEMaster6371 (expert)
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Replied on October 2, 2012

If thats not the issue, what else could it be. Do you know ?

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