2003 Dodge Caravan Right brake light out.

Tiny
L5RICK
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  • 2003 DODGE CARAVAN
  • 3.4L
  • V6
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 180,000 MILES
I've changed the light bulb. In fact I've changed all three bulbs in the tail light assembly.I've checked the fuse for the brake lights. It's OK too. All the connectors I can get to at the tail light assembly look good. No corrosion and seem to be fine electrically.I'm baffled. Any suggestions
Tuesday, February 17th, 2015 AT 11:26 AM

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Tiny
JDL
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Did you check voltage and ground for the lamp in question, I'm talking about the wiring to the bulb socket. Lightly push on the bulb, while a helper steps on the brake, if it lights-up, just wasn't making good contact. Just to add, white wire with tan tracer is voltage for brake lamp. Have helper step on the brake, use a testlite to check voltage on that wire. I wouldn't think it would be ground, all rear lamps on that side use the same ground.
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Saturday, February 27th, 2021 AT 1:49 PM
Tiny
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I have also switched all three receptacles around. Each one clicks in firmly. I'll have to find a helper tonight and see what happens with a meter.
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Saturday, February 27th, 2021 AT 1:49 PM
Tiny
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You could use a cement block or something heavy on the brake pedal?
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Saturday, February 27th, 2021 AT 1:49 PM

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