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ok i have a 85 mustang 5.0 and i have noticed that my drivers side tail light works but my passanger tail light it way brighter that the other..awhile ago i also noticed that the drivers tail light didnt turn on at all have havnt done it nomore. what can be causing this problem? electrical problem or just need a new bulb? lmk thanks [patriot]
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make sure your taillight wiring/sockets are not corroded or burnt also check your grounds.

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Originally posted by 68stanger:
make sure your taillight wiring/sockets are not corroded or burnt also check your grounds.

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ok thanks for the advice !
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swap the bulbs from one side to the other, could just be a worn out bulb.

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