1978 pickup no tail lights

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  1. Johndodgecity

    Johndodgecity Newbie

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    hope someone can point me in the right direction.
    I have brake lights and reverse lights.
    headlights come on but the rear tail lights do not.
    turn signals work.
    is there a flasher that I should be looking for?
    appreciate the help.
    John
     
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  2. first80toyota

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    Have you checked the bulbs? That filament could be burned out..
     
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    replaced all bulbs, just to make sure.
    using a test light, I've confirmed there is no juice on that circuit
     
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    check fuses first, could also be the brake switch under the brake pedal
     
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    It sounds like a bad wire or connection to me. Find the plug for the back wiring in the cab. I think it's under the floor mat/carpet between the passenger seat and the door, but that's on an 86. There will be a connector somewhere though. Check and see if you get voltage there. Trace it back or forward until you find the fault.
     

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