License plate light problem
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FYI: I did search the threads first before posting up. the previous threads didn't have the symptoms that I am experiencing.
2002 WRX Wagon
The license plate light on the sits on the driver side (left side) works, but when I turn on the lights, it doesn't come on unless i walk back there and hit the bumper. I have replaced the bulb and its new. But the light only comes on when i give the bumper a little nudge. Does anyone have an idea what it could be?
Thanks in advance!
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A wire/connection is loose in the bumper.
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I suggest you try cleaning the bulb socket contacts. Remove the bulb and use a cotton swab with some alcohol on it or WD-40 it works good for cleaning also. Clean the center conductor and the base ground. If that doesn't help then look for a faulty wire connection to the socket. If the socket depends on a chassis ground connection for the return side then clean that area of the chassis where the socket attaches to.
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OK thanks guys. Ill be checking these things out this weekend.