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Old May 31, 2022 | 02:17 PM
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Hi Gang -

New here, just purchased a 2004 C5 Convertible. Love it. As expected a few things that need to be wrapped up, the most pressing in my mind is the front, passenger side blinker keeps crapping out. I've replaced the bulb once, it was popped, so I swapped it out. On the immediate it seems to be fine. But shortly after I'm getting the double blink and I need to reposition it a bit. Rinse and repeat. The bulb hasn't popped again, and seems work with a bit of a jiggle, but stops working. Should I just replace the socket? Is there a harness issue that I'm missing?

Thanks in advance. Looking forward to joining this community!

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Welcome to the Corvette world frienddo

You're in the C5 section but you've got a C6 so be sure to post your issues there.
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Face Palm. No, I've got a C5, 2004, not 2005. My bad.
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To correct your issue with the passenger side bulb, a replacement socket is needed. These are available at most auto parts stores.

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Oh even better! Welcome to C5-land
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It is very common for the heat of the bulb to crack the housing above the bulb. Add water from rain and POP. Inspect the housing and socket integrity.
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