1998 CHEVROLET MALIBU - Malfuncting tail / stop / signal / backup lights (the bulbs)?
Right, rear tail light assembly:
Top row: white backup light, yellow right turn signal
Bottom row: tail light / brake x 2
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Q1) What would make tail light / brake light dim (not glow correctly)?
Right turn signal okay
Back up light not working.
I have replaced the bulbs and then the unit (when getting a price quote for the part, the dealership called it a 'circuit board') that you plug the four light bulbs in.
Q2) Could it be a bad fuse?
Q3) Could it be bad voltage? How to check voltage (with a voltmeter)?
Q4) What other troubleshooting can I try?
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Thanks for any input.
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