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Nancy Posted on Feb 26, 2013
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Need a wiring diagram to fix the rear lights on 87 dodge diplomat

Rear brake lights not working, bulbs have been replaced

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Have you checked for power in and out of switch at top of pedal when pedal depressed?

  • jtbondrew
    jtbondrew Oct 26, 2013

    Im having the same issue with my 87 dodge diplomat. Tail lights come on, but when brakes are applied, the brake lights dont come on.

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Yes , The wiring in question does effect the brake lights because they all run on the same circuit.
I would repiar or repalce all the wiring and then replace the brake light switch. The switch could have shorted out from the fire.

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SOURCE: All lights work on the rear except the three brake lights

Sounds like the brake light switch has a problem. Located above brake pedal and activated with the brake pedal arm. Check for power going in and coming out when you apply the brake.

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  • Posted on Aug 03, 2009

SOURCE: I have a 1998 dodge neon, the rear brake/ turn not functioning

Check all the fuses.

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