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Jun 28, 2007 | 11:03 PM

bobmarshall

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Reverse Lights not working

My newly purchased 94 with manual transmission. Backup lights not working. Bulbs look ok. Where should I start looking?

Jun 29, 2007 | 07:22 AM

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Take a look at the reverse switch on the tranny.

Jun 29, 2007 | 12:39 PM

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Originally Posted by c4sforever

Take a look at the reverse switch on the tranny.

That would be the second thing I'd look at.

This first would be the fuse. (some people pull that fuse to kill the CAGS, but it also kills the backup lights)

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Jun 29, 2007 | 10:45 PM

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Which fuse controls the CAGS?

Which fuse controls the CAGS? There is nothing listed on the fuse panel or the manual. There is a fuse for back up but it's ok.

Jun 30, 2007 | 10:42 AM

lspalding

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Swapping out the reverse switch on the trans fixed mine.

Jul 1, 2007 | 12:39 AM

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You can test the reverse switch to prove if it is ok instead of replacing it automatically.

Jul 1, 2007 | 10:41 AM

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testing reverse switch

Do you know the procedure to test the switch?

Jul 1, 2007 | 11:17 PM

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Unplug the switch and jump the socket, with the ign on, your backup lights should be on. Measure the resistance of the switch while unplugged and with the shifter in reverse. It should be the same resistance as touching the ohmeter probes together, that is, essentially zero ohms.