Why are the rear lights on my 91 k1500 not working?

Why are the rear lights on my 91 k1500 not working?

I had the same problem on my 91 K1500. The most common reason rear lights of any kind will fail is rotted wires. They run through wire shroud from front to back along the inside of the frame to the left tail light. Running this way leaves them exposed to the elements.

Why are my brake lights not working on my 1997 Chevy?

Pull the plastic cap off the fuse chassis and you’ll see a square relay fuse switch and replace it for the brakes. It’s only $13 bucks and is the predominant issue with 1997 Chevy Trucks and the brakes not working especially if you reverse and blinker lights do work. Was this answer helpful? Its the taillight circuit board or a broken wire.

Where are the brake lights on a C / K 1500?

There is a switch. I think on most C/K 1500/2500 it is on the brake pedal arm or the arm hits it. It is $5-$10; you might take ALL your truck data to the auto parts store, buy a new switch, then look for the same thing around the brake arm or under the hood. There’s a fuse. Find the fusebox and look for “brake”. The Owner’s Manual may have clues.

Why does my brake light work when I Turn on the turn signal?

For that to work, the brake wire runs to the turn indicator, so that when you turn on the flashing turn signal, it switches out the brake light signal for that side so that the two signals don’t collide. So don’t just check the brake light. Also check the turn signals.

Where are the brake lights on a Chevy C / K 1500?

There is a break light relay I think down under drivers side, or under the hood in the fuse box. Blinkers are working so the circuit is good. 32 people found this helpful. Thanks Rowefast, it was the brake light relay.

Why are the brake lights on my Chevy 1500 not working?

I have a 1994 Chevy 1500. Brake lights are not working. I replaced the bulbs and the brake light switch. All the other Chevrolet Repair Questions? Ask a Chevy Mechanic for Answers ASAP By continuing to use this site you consent to the use of cookies on your device as described in our cookie policy unless you have disabled them.

I had the same problem on my 91 K1500. The most common reason rear lights of any kind will fail is rotted wires. They run through wire shroud from front to back along the inside of the frame to the left tail light. Running this way leaves them exposed to the elements.

What kind of brake light is not working?

The C/K line includes pickup trucks, medium-duty, and heavy trucks. Same issue . Driver’s side tail light brake light and turn signal not working . Passenger side is working no reverse lights that I know of . Bulbs seem good fuses seem good.

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