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Old 08-11-2018, 02:38 PM
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On my 1966 Mustang convertible which I have owned for 45 years, I am having a problem with my turn signals. When I turn the lever in the car for a right turn both my left AND right brake lights flash. In the front of the car only the right signal flashes as its supposed to and when I turn the lever for a left turn only the left side signals in both the front and rear flash as they are supposed to. I bought a new flasher that goes under the dash but that did not help my problem. Would appreciate any help or advice any of you can give me to solve this problem.
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Old 08-13-2018, 12:17 PM
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sounds like a ground issue on the RR- clean all the connections and make sure all the correct bulbs are in use.
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Old 08-21-2018, 04:31 PM
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Here is the way the turn signals work. Your problem is probably in the emergency flasher switch.
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Old 08-25-2018, 05:20 PM
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Thanks guys!! My problem is now solved. I took all the wiring loose from both taillights, checked everything, put everything back together and now they work fine. I did notice that the ground wire on the right rear brake light was a little loose when I was taking it off. I made sure everything was good and tight and now they work like they are supposed to. Thanks again.!!!
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Old 08-28-2018, 09:43 AM
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yup I have the same issue. Also, remember that the connections on the lights do better if you use dielectric grease. it makes a big difference
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