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Feb 10, 2007 | 07:21 PM

dthompson

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From: Thompson Texas

Back Up Lights

Both back up lights do not work--Could both bulbs go out at the same time or is it a fuse or something else?

Feb 10, 2007 | 07:55 PM

The California Kid

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I had the same problem. First check to see if they even light up at all. Turn on approach lighting and then unlock the car. All the lights should light up except the headlights. If they turn on, then you know the bulbs are good. If they don't turn on, then start by checking fuses, or replacing the bulbs.

My lights worked when I unlocked the car, but not when I was actually in reverse. It ended up just being a backup lamp switch. $12 from Napa

Feb 10, 2007 | 08:04 PM

disney04

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I had the same problem with 99 Coupe. I had to replace the back up light switch. Dave

Feb 10, 2007 | 10:20 PM

dthompson

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i tried what you said and there is nothing wrong with the bulbs. Where is the switch located

Feb 11, 2007 | 01:04 AM

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You didn't fill out your car info!

Auto or stick?

Feb 11, 2007 | 03:31 AM

DeeGee

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The back up lights fuse is #38 on the engine compartment fuse block

Feb 11, 2007 | 04:46 AM

Torqaholic

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Mine did that except about one time in ten the lights would still work.

Turned out to be the fuse even though the element wasn't burned out. One of the blades was wiggly having broken off down inside the plastic.

May 8, 2007 | 11:19 PM

dads01dream

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Where's the switch located on an A4? My reverse lights work when the keyfob is pressed, but not when shifting the tranny into reverse. Any suggestions? The relay checked out fine.