S14 tail light question

[dukiespice]

I have a 96 se and the tiny bulbs on the ends of the tail lights are not coming on. All my electronics work, all of my other lights are functioning, the bulbs are new and are the correct size. My question is: What are these harnesses connected to or what fuse the bulbs are they associated with? I assume they are to the 10A tail lamp fuse, but I'd like to find out if im missing something in my diagnosis before I start removing my interior to see if the harness has a frayed wire or missing ground. At this moment I cannot upload links or photos.

[D35TR0Y3R]

i had a similar problem. my solution turned put to be pretty simple. The contacts where the light bulbs sit were rusty and dirty, i simply cleaned them and the bulbs illuminated. i chased my tail going after the electrical circuit and wiring.

[Cash]

If all your other lights are working and you?ve got the right bulbs, then your guess about the 10A tail lamp fuse could be spot on. Sometimes, it?s just a loose or corroded connection, so checking the fuse first is a good idea. If the fuse is fine, it might be worth looking at the wiring harness for any wear, especially around where it might bend or rub.

[dukiespice]

Thank you for the responses, ill report back my findings!


I cleaned out the connectors where the bulb sits, threw a new fuse in for the heck of it and now they both work! Thanks again for the advice.

[D35TR0Y3R]

glad it works.