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Old Nov 5, 2002 | 01:33 AM
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Topic says it all. This is already the third time that the bulbs have to be changed. I just noticed that they were out again. Has anyone had this problem?
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Old Nov 5, 2002 | 08:00 AM
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I've been having the same problem but it's not the bulbs, at least not on my car. The bulbs test fine with an Ohm meter and when I put them back in they'll work again........for a while. I think I've got a switch or electrical connection that's intermittent. I haven't gone to the dealer because I know when I get there it will be working. I'm hoping that eventually it will fail permanently or stay off long enough so a dealer can find the problem. Let me know how you make out with your problem. :cheers:
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Old Nov 5, 2002 | 11:36 AM
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Mine have been non-functional when putting the car into reverse for about 5 weeks now. I know the bulbs work fine because they light up when I engage/disengage the alarm. I checked the wiring between the backup light switch and the bulbs and it checked out fine. Whenever I get some time off from work, I'll take it to the dealership so that they can replace the backup light switch in the transmission (and fix my driver's seat which has begun to rock and I have to reposition the seat back every couple of days).

My advice would be to double check the backup light switch and/or the wiring from the transmission to the bulbs.
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Old Nov 5, 2002 | 07:56 PM
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Had the same problem....replaced the switch on the side of the transmission for $20. Problem is fixed.
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Old Nov 6, 2002 | 01:36 AM
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What is the part# for the switch and where exactly is it located? Is it something I can replace or does the dealer have to do it? Thanks
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Old Nov 7, 2002 | 08:05 AM
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Old Nov 7, 2002 | 02:13 PM
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Default Re: My Backup Lights Keep Going Out! (MRCoupe2002)

Had exactly the same problem on my 2000. It was the reverse light switch, mounted on the side of the transmission.
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