XJ40 ( XJ81 ) 1986 - 1994

taillight issue ?

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Old Feb 19, 2012 | 12:55 PM
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The right stop light "shines" MUCH brighter than the left. I've checked the bulbs they seem fine? The warning bulb out light is on but all the lights are working.......wth ?
 
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Old Feb 19, 2012 | 04:10 PM
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When the modules are out of the holders is one brighter then the other? If you are by yourself use a stick to apply the brake while you go look. If one is brighter, you need a new bulb. I believe it is a 1156. The warning bulb will go on if it isn't the correct bulb as well.
 
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Old Feb 19, 2012 | 08:11 PM
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just bought new bulbs,,,,nada
 
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Old Apr 17, 2012 | 10:42 PM
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seems strange but I finally went to dealer and bought all NEW OEM (french) tail light bulbs at 6,50 each hahaha worked like a charm, even though the old new bulbs were the proper size and type. weird isn't it
 
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Old Apr 19, 2012 | 03:42 AM
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Good to hear that. I went through the same thing, which is what I meant by "correct" bulb.
 
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Old Apr 19, 2012 | 05:06 AM
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Originally Posted by robhair
1993 xj40

The right stop light "shines" MUCH brighter than the left. I've checked the bulbs they seem fine? The warning bulb out light is on but all the lights are working.......wth ?
Looks like an issue of ground. Check the ground wire connections for the dim light.
 
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