Date:         Wed, 21 Jul 1999 12:12:30 -0600
Reply-To:     Fred Porter <fporter@MICRON.NET>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Fred Porter <fporter@MICRON.NET>
Subject:      Re: back-up lights inop.
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the backup lights on my van are not working either.  I believe it is the switch,
located on the left side of the trans, opposite of where the shift linkage
inserts.  If my test is incorrect, please, someone let me know.....anyway, I
pulled the two leads off the switch, put the trans in reverse and tested the
switch for continuity and it failed, so I don't think the switch is closing when
in reverse.

Ordered one from Bus Depot for $4.50, and it looks easy to install.

BTW, what are the bright backup bulbs you mentioned?  50w halogens??  Is heavier
gauge wire needed for the add'l current draw?

later,
Fred Porter

> >3) Back up lights don't go on at all any more. I'd love to try some of
> >those bright ones we read about last month, but  I need to solve this
> >problem first.