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Old 10-06-2009, 11:23 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Accesory Fuse Blowout

Any tips on how to troubleshoot my latest dilemma?

Every time I use my front or rear brake, my 15amp accesory fuse blows. I have taken apart the rear taillight assempbly and looked for cracked or exposed wires. I have not found any. How can I determine what the problem is?
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Old 10-06-2009, 11:26 PM   #2 (permalink)
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don't use the front brake, problem solved
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Old 10-06-2009, 11:42 PM   #3 (permalink)
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Any tips on how to troubleshoot my latest dilemma?

Every time I use my front or rear brake, my 15amp accesory fuse blows. I have taken apart the rear taillight assempbly and looked for cracked or exposed wires. I have not found any. How can I determine what the problem is?
Now your blowin my fuse, if youll slam on the brakes next time you go by the New to the Community section and say Hello Ill be ea grinnin plus you ll get a lot better responce to your post
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Old 10-07-2009, 09:58 AM   #4 (permalink)
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Replace the fuse with a 3" nail, hit the brake, look for the smoke... theres your short.. hope it aint under the gas tank...lol
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