Rear lights doing that disco thang!

[pjl]

Can anyone give some pointers to rectify what seems to be a common defect on Escorts? Having enjoyed following these cars and watching the show, this is now happening on my S3

When I brake, the lights are fine, but as soon as the indicator or reversing lights come on, the brake light dims.

Any advice for an electrical novice would be much appreciated.

[shpub]

If there is a silver glitter ball from the roof you are in a mobile disco and need help beyond what we can give....

Bad connections causing the brake lights to act as a poor earth. Remove connectors clean and put back. should cure it. If not start to check the earths.

Steve
www.tvrbooks.co.uk

[Justin S]

A friend had an escort which did the same thing.He cut out the connector plug and replaced with crimps.

[pjl]

Thanks for the response. A thorough clean of the connectors has done the trick.

[Podie]

quote:Can anyone give some pointers to rectify what seems to be a common defect on Escorts?

It's not a defect, it's an unrequested product feature!


>> Edited by Podie on Friday 20th September 08:54