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Old Jan 17, 2012 | 09:11 PM
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As title when i turn on the ignition the rear lights come on and arnt controlled by the switch any ideas?
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Old Jan 17, 2012 | 09:41 PM
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Parking lights, switch on top of steering column maybe?
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Old Jan 17, 2012 | 09:55 PM
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yes mate operated it and nothing happens
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Old Jan 17, 2012 | 10:40 PM
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Possible earth fault somewhere? Have you fitted anything new electrically to the car recently such as a stereo or aftermarket gauges?
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Old Jan 18, 2012 | 12:31 AM
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sticking brake light switch perhaps
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Old Jan 18, 2012 | 04:36 PM
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If its just the rear lights then you have a problem. your foots not on the brake is it lol
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