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How to replace front and rear lamps

How to replace lightbulbs front and read exterior

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Take out the headlights look at the back there are round pieces of rubber take whichever one u need to change off then just twist the back of the bulb counterclockwise and it should pop right out

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2006 chevy trailblazer fuses for the front lights and tail lights.

What about them ? What front lights ? Headlamps , park lamps, marker lamps ? They don't work ?

Exterior Lamps
The exterior lighting system consist of the following lamps:
• The Headlamps
• The Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
• The Clearance Lamps (Y92 roof rack only)
• The Cornering Lamps
• The Front Fog Lamps
• The Rear Fog Lamps (Export)
• The Park, Tail and Marker Lamps
• The Turn Signal Lamps
• The Stop Lamps
• The Backup Lamps

Park, Tail, Marker, License, and Clearance Lamps
The park, tail, marker, license, and clearance (Y92 only) lamps are turned on when the headlamp switch is placed in the PARK or ON position or anytime the headlights are requested. The I/P BATT fuse in the engine wiring harness junction block supplies battery positive voltage to both the park lamp relay switch contacts and the park lamp coil circuit. The body control module (BCM) provides a ground or control circuit to the park lamp relay coil circuit. When the park lamps are turned on, the BCM energizes the park lamp relay. Current flow is from the park lamp relay to the individual park lamp circuit fuses and to their respective park, tail, marker, and license lamps. The front park and marker lamps are grounded at G107 and G103. The tail lamps are grounded at G401 and G402. The license lamps are grounded at G401. When equipped with the Y92 roof rack option, the clearance lamps are grounded at G302. If the driver places the headlight switch in the ON position after the ignition switch has been turned OFF, the park, tail, marker, license, and clearance lamps will remain on until turned off or the battery runs dead.
The T PARK fuse in the rear fuse-relay block supplies battery positive voltage to a separate park lamp circuit connected to the trailer wiring harness.
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I have a 2008 ford f450 dually the tail lights and cab marker lights won't work I have turn signals brake lights and dash lights I have checked fuses all fuses are ok not sure were to go from here

To the dealer or some other qualified repair shop. Light's are controlled by SJB - smart junction box , ford's body control module .
Principles of Operation
The smart junction box (SJB) monitors the headlamp switch position by sending voltage reference signals on multiple circuits to the headlamp switch. At any given time, one of the signal circuits is routed to ground. If the SJB does not detect any of the inputs to the headlamp switch is active (routed to ground) for 5 seconds, the SJB turns on the exterior lights and keeps them on for 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned off (or 10 minutes from the time the SJB does not detect any headlamp switch input if the ignition switch was already off). If the SJB detects multiple circuits short to ground, the SJB implements a planned strategy depending on the multiple inputs received. If either of these situations occur, the SJB should NOT be ruled immediately as being at fault. This is normal behavior of the SJB design as it has detected a fault with the inputs from the headlamp switch.
When the SJB receives an input from the headlamp switch indicating a request for the parking lamps, the SJB energizes the parking lamp relay (internal to the SJB), which supplies voltage to the exterior lamps.

  • One or more parking, rear or license plate lamps is inoperative
  • Fuse
  • Wiring, terminals or connectors
  • Bulb holder
  • Rear lamp assembly (vehicles without pickup bed)
  • Cab marker lamp
  • Trailer tow exterior mirror (if equipped)
  • SJB
  • Go To Pinpoint Test O .

Pinpoint Test O: One Or More Parking, Rear or License Plate Lamps Is Inoperative
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 92 , Parking, Rear and License Lamps for schematic and connector information.
Normal Operation When the headlamp switch is placed in the PARKING LAMPS ON position, the smart junction box (SJB) provides a ground for the parking lamp relay coil (integrated into the SJB). When the parking lamp relay is energized, voltage is routed through circuit CLS30 (VT/WH) to the front, rear, license plate, dual rear wheel marker, trailer tow exterior mirrors (if equipped) and cab marker lamps (if equipped). Ground is provided to the rear and license plate lamps through circuit GD176 (BK/WH). Ground is provided to the LH and RH front parking and side marker lamps through circuits GD122 (BK) and GD124 (BK/VT), respectively. Ground is provided to the trailer tow mirrors through circuit GD179 (BK/VT). Ground is provided to the cab marker lamps through circuit GD115 (BK/GY).
    This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:
  • Fuse
  • Wiring, terminals or connectors
  • Bulb holder
  • Rear lamp assembly (vehicles without pickup bed)
  • Cab marker lamp
  • Trailer tow exterior mirror (if equipped)
  • SJB
  • PINPOINT TEST O: ONE OR MORE PARKING, REAR OR LICENSE PLATE LAMPS IS INOPERATIVE CAUTION: Use the correct probe adapter(s) when making measurements. Failure to use the correct probe adapter(s) may damage the connector.
    Test Step Result / Action to Take O1 DETERMINE IF ALL THE PARKING LAMPS ARE INOPERATIVE
    • Key in OFF position.
    • Place the headlamp switch in the PARKING LAMPS ON position.
    • Are all the parking lamps inoperative?
    Yes
    VERIFY the SJB fuse 22 (15A) is OK.

    If the vehicle is equipped with cab marker lamps, GO to O8 .

    If the vehicle is not equipped with cab marker lamps, VERIFY the SJB fuse 22 (15A) is OK. If OK, GO to O2 .

    No
    If the cab marker lamps are illuminated and all the remaining parking lamps are inoperative, GO to O2 .

    If all the cab marker lamps are inoperative, GO to O3 .

    If both trailer tow mirrors are inoperative, GO to O5 .

    For all others, GO to O6 .
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I can't find the center instrument fuse box on a 2002 Chevy Tahoe puddle fuse is what I'm looking for

puddle fuse ???? Puddle light's on door rear view mirrors ? I can't find the center instrument fuse box ? Doesn't have one in the center . Has two - one right an one left
Fuse Block - Right I/P
On the lower right side of the I/P
Fuse Block -Left I/P
On the lower left side of the I/P
These are not what your looking for any way .

Exterior Courtesy Lamps
The SEO 1 15 A fuse in the engine wiring harness junction block supplies battery positive voltage to both the exterior courtesy lamp relay switch contacts and the exterior courtesy lamp relay coil circuit. When the driver or passenger door is opened the body control module (BCM) energizes the exterior courtesy lamp relay. Current flow is from the exterior courtesy lamp relay to both outside rear view mirror exterior courtesy lamps. The exterior courtesy lamps are grounded at G200 and G203. When the remote function actuation (RFA) module receives a door unlock command from the remote function actuator transmitter, the RFA module will send a message to the body control module (BCM) indicating that an UNLOCK command has been received. The BCM must have inputs that indicate that the ignition switch is OFF, all the doors are closed. The BCM will activate the exterior courtesy lamp relay illuminating the power outside mirror exterior courtesy lamps. If the door locks are activated to the LOCK position, or if the ignition switch is turned to either the ON or RUN position the exterior courtesy lamps will deactivate immediately.
When an outside door handle is lifted or a door is opened, the exterior courtesy lamps illuminate.
I would think maybe a relay problem , not a fuse . The exterior courtesy lamps relay , located in the relay block body . Relay Block -Body
Under the left side of the instrument panel near the left kick panel
If this doesn't fix the problem you need to have a qualified repair shop that has a factory or professional type scan tool view code's in the BCM - body control module .
DTC B2643
The SEO 1 15 A fuse in the engine wiring harness junction block supplies battery positive voltage to both the ground illumination relay switch contacts and the ground illumination relay battery positive voltage circuit. When the driver or passenger door is opened the body control module (BCM) energizes the ground illumination relay. Current flow is from the ground illumination relay to both outside rear view mirror ground illumination lamps. The ground illumination lamps are grounded through the courtesy lamps relay at G200 and G203.
DTC B2642
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Rear turn signal probem

Have you done any mods lately? Are you using the correct replacement bulbs? Make sure the wiring is not crossed.
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2001 alero contstant turning signal sound

check all your exterior lightbulbs; the signal circuit is balanced
if a lamp is shorted in the signal circuit the flasher will buzz instead of click
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Taillights not working on 1998 Dodge Durango

Look for a fuse that is labeled "Exterior lamps" or "Rear Lamps"


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My license plate lights are out...what kind of bulbs do i need??

Check this reference guide...

2002 Hyundai Accent Car Lightbulb Size Guide
Low Beam Headlight Bulb Size: 9003/HB2
High Beam Headlamp Light Bulb Size: 9003/HB2
Parking Light Bulb Size: 2357A
Front Turn Signal Light Bulb Size: 2357A
Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb Size: 1156
Tail Light Bulb Size: 1157
Stop Light Bulb Size: 1157
High Mount Stop Light Bulb Size: 921
License Plate Light Bulb Size: 168
Back Up Light Bulb Size: 1156
Front Side Marker Light Bulb Size: 2357A
Rear Sidemarker Light Bulb Size: 168
Map Light Bulb Size: DE3175
Dome Light Bulb Size: DE3175
Step/Courtesy Light Bulb Size: DE3022
Trunk/Cargo Area Light Bulb Size: DE3022

From Sylvania Lamp Replacement Guide
License plate
168
168LL Long Life Upgrade: Up to twice the life of the standard lamp.


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I would like to know how to remove my 03 lincoln aviator tail lamp as I need to replace it. Thank you..

here's mountaineer, it should be similar

SECTION 417-01: Exterior Lighting 2002 Explorer/Mountaineer Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Rear Lamp Assembly —Mountaineer Removal and Installation
  1. Raise the liftgate and remove the rear lamp assembly screws.
  1. Remove the rear lamp assembly.
    • Disconnect the electrical connectors.
  1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • If necessary, install new tail lamp bulbs.
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No break lights, need location of fuse for the break lights 2000 ford windstar

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Exterior Lighting The exterior lighting outputs are zone controlled by the front electronic module (FEM) and rear electronic module (REM) in respect to the front exterior lights being controlled by the FEM and the rear exterior lights being controlled by the REM. An additional function of the lighting system is a lamp outage function which provides the indication to the driver if certain exterior bulbs are not functioning. With a bulb inoperative, the FEM or REM will send a message to the instrument cluster and message center (if equipped) which will in turn indicate to the driver the lamp is inoperative with a lamp out indicator (with the message center a message will be displayed). To provide complete input and output functionality, each exterior lamp feature will be described individually. All exterior lighting is powered by the switched system power (SSP) feature (refer to Switched System Power[SSP]). A failure of all or any of the SSP features will cause inoperative exterior lighting. When diagnosing exterior lighting, it is essential to determine if all related symptoms and DTCs are controlled by the SSP feature.
Stoplamps Brake lighting is controlled by the REM. The brake pedal position (BPP) switch is hardwired to the REM. When the brake pedal is depressed, the BPP switch will input information to the REM. Then, the REM will process the information and output to the left, right, and high mounted stoplamps. Only the left and right stoplamps will provide lamp outage indication.
The vehicle's electronic functions are divided into zones. The FEM controls the front portion of the vehicle and the REM controls the rear portion of the vehicle. These systems rely heavily on the SCP communication network in order to transmit and receive signals. As a technician it is very important to understand:
  • where the input (command) originates from
  • All information (messages) necessary in order for a feature to operate
  • which module(s) receive(s) the input or command message
  • does the module which received the input (message), control the output of the feature, or does it output a message over the SCP communication network to another module
  • which module controls the output of the feature
Switched System Power (SSP)
The SSP is invoked by both the FEM and REM. This function removes power from relays that provide power to the exterior lamps, interior lamps, and power door locks. This is only accomplished when both the FEM and the REM are in sleep mode. The sleep function of the FEM and REM places the modules in sleep mode when the ignition switch is in the OFF position, and no wake up (inputs) signals occur for 30 minutes. The module will not sleep if the parking lamps or the hazard lamps are active. The following relays are controlled by the SSP function: SSP1, SSP2, SSP3, and SSP4. When either the FEM or REM are not in sleep mode, all SSP relays will be energized. When energized, each relay will supply power to multiple features/functions. For additional information, go to the SSP Index for diagnosis and testing of SSP related issues. Refer to Headlamps .
Inspection and Verification
  1. Verify the customer concern by operating the stoplamps.
  1. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical and electrical damage.


Visual Inspection Chart Mechanical Electrical
  • Damaged REM
  • Blown central junction box (CJB) Fuses:
    • 13 (15A)
    • 7 (15A)
    • 12 (20A)
    • 11 (10A)
  • Damaged wiring harness
  • Loose or corroded connections
  • Damaged BPP switch
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