trying to fix trailer indicator light

bb12 · 2010-08-01 16:07:20

i'm having problems trying to get one of my indicator lights working on my trailer. i've tested the bulb socket with a tester and there is power getting to the unit when i have the hazards on and when the bulb is out. however, when i place the bulb into the unit, suddenly no power. it's like the bulb is shorting the unit…

01-08-2010 05:07PM

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bb12

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i'm having problems trying to get one of my indicator lights working on my trailer. i've tested the bulb socket with a tester and there is power getting to the unit when i have the hazards on and when the bulb is out. however, when i place the bulb into the unit, suddenly no power. it's like the bulb is shorting the unit somehow. the bulb socket looks the same as other other side which is working, so i can't figure out what may be causing this problem. any ideas?

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#2 03-08-2010 09:19AM

mazthespark

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1.swap the bulbs see if the problem goes or stays.
2.if the lights are mounted on metal take them off see if they work then could be shorting off trailer body somewhere.
3.any joints etc in the cable?
4.is the trailer socket ok?
5.did you try using a different trailer to check the vehicle or a different vehicle on the trailer.

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