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Old May 3, 2009 | 01:40 PM
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Can someone please tell me why all of the taillights are not turning on when I turn on my headlights. They only work when i hit the brake. thanks!
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Old May 3, 2009 | 01:52 PM
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the taillight bulbs are dual-filament, u might just need new bulbs
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Old May 3, 2009 | 02:01 PM
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I did replace the blubs, but none of the rear end is lighting on, they only work when i press the brakes
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Old May 3, 2009 | 03:41 PM
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maybe check your fuses
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Old May 3, 2009 | 10:00 PM
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Its the fuses alright. You have 2 fuse boxes in the IS300. Driver kick panel next to the dead pedal. And passenger kick panel in the same location, minus the dead pedal
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