Thank you very much for this video. Wires were broken on my granddaughter’s car. I was able to find problem with the help of your video. Everything is working now.
Exact problem on my 2012 F-350. So far, I wiggled wires under the rear of the truck and they turned on. I have your video saved for a proper diagnosis.
Any time my dear friend! That's very common issue. So many vehicles, especially pick up trucks with licence plate lights out off order. Trying to help others with circuit troubleshooting.
I have a ranger. Same problem. Just a tiny break in an old wire that wasn't easily visible. With some patience and basic tools I had everything fixed and updated under the bed. Thanks for this helpful video!
Thanks dude that test light made my life easier, I got a 01 Camry and I was getting power but I guess the lights were in reverse polarity, I never would have figured it out without buying a test light, u get a like an a sub.
@@PistonShack can you give me some advice,i have citroen c3 2003 and i have lights problem,position light on left side not work and plate lights ,right side work i chek fuses and bulbs everything is ok,only on fuse box ther is no fuse for that i dont know were to serch or maybe ground wier for that side ...thank you
Nice ill use for motorcycle license plate light. All others work. No warning light either like all others. So somewhere thinks its getting giving power.
Yes I work on a 1996 Dodge ram 1500 thank you so much your video was exactly what I needed. I found the problem I fixed it thanks to your. I have question for you my son has a 2002 Toyota solarawe don't know what happened but now when he turns his right turn signal on radio and instrument panel flashes at the same pattern as the turn signal and all the lights signal brake hazards and backup all flash also what the right turn signal when he turns it on I hope you understand what I'm saying any ideas what it might be
Hey Albert! I am glad to know that) Oh okay, I see. That's probably, short or interrupted circuit at the switch side of the multi-control. Most likely worn multi-control switch feeds cluster and radio circuit when turn signal is on. Those turn signal switches go bad over time. Disconnect the stereo and see if problem gone. Means stereo has internal short or open. I would get 20$ replacement turn signal switch from the wrecker. It should solve the problem. Let me know how everything is going. Take care!
Hello i was wondering if you could help me with my saab 9-5 aero i am getting power but lightbulb not work and i test the new light bulb they work could it be wiring problem
What was that torch looking thing that you used on the wire to fix it? I thought you were going to cut splice and maybe even solder and insulate that wire but I have no clue what that torch looking thing you use is or what it did to fix the problem.
@@Seasniffer1969 it's all good, my problem turned out to be very simple. My car was missing a few fuses including the one responsible for the tag lights LOL
Just bought a 1991 Ford f150 and noticed the license plate lights were out, so I crawled underneath to see what was wrong, and found someone just clipped the wires! Guess it was easier than changing the bulbs???
@@PistonShack just a minor issue to add to the other middling issues. I really can't complain too much since the truck was only $850, not rusted, nor dented, and runs. The previous owner just let maintenance slide instead of investing in the smallest things.
Hi, I am abit confused. When you put the multimeter on the right hand side ground wire it beeped and then on the left side it did not beep and you said that's good. Shouldn't the both be the same?
I have brake lights but no tail or license plate lights 2013 sentra,new bulbs and changed switch/control nob same problem..Any ideas..I have 3 fuse boxes but no tail fuse or burnt fuse
Hey Mike! I would check power at the fuse first then test for control side of the relay from the switch but first do visual inspection for any lose wires, corroded grounds and broken wires.
@@PistonShack thank you for responding. I think there is a short...F6 is blowing. When I test it I get power to 1 side of fuse...the wire that feeds the right tail light harness is covered with a roll of ductape..this isn't gonna be fun
@@PistonShack so you mean also test from the wire that clips into the headlight switch on the turn signal? I unclipped the tail light harness, turned the lights on and stuck my tester in all the clip ports with the hadlights on. Only lit in 1 port...if I hit the breaks or turn signal maybe it would light on the other ports? I figure the short might be before that harness becausethe licenseplatelights are dead too..wish I had a wiring diagram and I wish I knew what I was doing
Bro,i tried to change the bulb with the led and it got shut afterwards,i guess..and now there's now power on it ..any ideas on it to fix the shut system??
I got it fixed - it was a burnt bulb😄NOw I would like to know where I can find the plugs to put the rat fur back on. I always lose the dang things when I take them out.🤥
BUT due to contractor material theft I need to read license plate lights at night, I need to read license plates while the lights are on in the dark any help?
@@PistonShack I haven't done it yet,I was waiting on parts then got the wrong lights. Waited again,now I have my parts.I did end up finding my missing wires but no power like yours had,I will be checking the fuses like you did later today and go from there.Maybe Ill get lucky?,but with my luck probably not. I'll let you know how many of the steps you took,I have to follow.. Thank you again,will let you know!.
Hey Peter! It means you have constant power feed to the plate light when you switch is off. Unplug the switch to see if plate light will turn off. Do you have other light on when light switch is off.
PistonShack when the regular bulbs are on there is no message on the dashboard. But when I installed the leds it appeared that message. How do I tell the computer that I’m using leds? Thanks bro
No I don't endorse drinking and driving but let's be honest.... It doesn't take a whole lot to be over the legal limit. Something this simple could get you pulled over and you know what happens next. Be sure and check those lights.
First, try to spray WD-40 or some penetrating oil on that connector. Tap it with a screwdriver in a way you play drums. Pray lock clip on the connector then it should come apart. Let me know how everything is going? Thanks for watching and subscribing. Cheers!
If you have too installl your own license plate lights ,your license plate light comes with a red and black wire what color wires with tail lights do you plug them with to turn off and on with tail lights?
Thanks for laying in the snow to show us how to troubleshoot wires. Very good explanation, easy to follow.
Glad to help Jody! Let me know if you have any questions. Cheers brotha.
He sounds Russian the snow is like second nature to him he’s probably wearing shorts
Thank you very much for this video. Wires were broken on my granddaughter’s car. I was able to find problem with the help of your video. Everything is working now.
Glad it helped
THANK YOU!!!! Thanks for not skipping steps.. Your patience was wonderful.
Glad it was helpful! Thanks Heather!
Excellent video. Love that fact that you keep going back and showing the ground on the vehicle is maintained. Easy to follow. Thank you.
Hey, buddy! I like to make sure all grounds are good. Thanks for watching and your kind feedback. God Bless!
Exact problem on my 2012 F-350. So far, I wiggled wires under the rear of the truck and they turned on. I have your video saved for a proper diagnosis.
Thanks for you feedback Suunto61! I'm glad it was that easy!
Thanks for a most informative video.......I always have trouble with electrical problems
Any time my dear friend! That's very common issue. So many vehicles, especially pick up trucks with licence plate lights out off order. Trying to help others with circuit troubleshooting.
@@PistonShack and me too. Very grateful for your great How To diagnose video. Thanks 👍
Your info was very helpful. You helped me to find my broken license plate light wire. Thanks!
You're welcome Don! I am glad it helped you out)
Wow what a great video. The way you teach, you should be a teacher in today's world.
Thank you for your feedback! 😃 Happy Holidays!
Very informative, to the point, great camera work!
Awesome, glad it was helpful!
I have a ranger. Same problem. Just a tiny break in an old wire that wasn't easily visible. With some patience and basic tools I had everything fixed and updated under the bed. Thanks for this helpful video!
That's awesome Christopher! I am glad this video helped you out. Thanks for your feedback. Cheers!
Great video. I learned a lot and got my license plate lights to work.
Thanks for your kind feedback, Dave!
I need to do this for my second generation dakota.
Found your video in search. This might help, thankyou.
Best of luck! Let me know if you have any questions.
@@PistonShack
Well I had great luck turned out I was missing a fuse on side dashboard panel.
Will let know few that fuse end up blowing constantly.
Thanks dude that test light made my life easier, I got a 01 Camry and I was getting power but I guess the lights were in reverse polarity, I never would have figured it out without buying a test light, u get a like an a sub.
Glad I could help brother! Thanks your support:) Let me know if you have any questions, cheers!
Thank you so much I looked all over and I cannot find any help or any videosyour video really help me out a lot thank you so much
Glad I could help Albert! On what kind vehicle did you work on? Let me know if you have any questions.
Wow u did a great job to have to hold ur camera and do work at same time.
Thanks for your feedback) Appreciated! I am glad it helped you out. What truck did you troubleshoot?
Great breakdown. Much appreciated for the step by step troubleshooting! Thank you!!
My pleasure Joshua! Thanks for your feedback)
@@PistonShack can you give me some advice,i have citroen c3 2003 and i have lights problem,position light on left side not work and plate lights ,right side work i chek fuses and bulbs everything is ok,only on fuse box ther is no fuse for that i dont know were to serch or maybe ground wier for that side ...thank you
It is Not fun getting pulled over for this tag light problem, thanks for the information sir.✌😎
You bet! Better get lights fixed) Let me know if you have any questions!
Thank you - saved me about $150 in dealer bullcrap
That's awesome, Vincent! Thanks for your kind feedback!
Thanks now i have some inspection to do!
Glad I could help Alex!
Very informative with steps, thank you
Glad it was helpful Sheri!
Very well done !!!
Thank you! Cheers!
Very good step by step explanation. I have the same issue on my number plate lights
Glad it helped Struc_eng! Thanks for your kind feedback.
thank you that's really helpful video, great job.👍
Glad it was helpful Joey!!
Great video awesome job, thnx!
Our pleasure, Jose!
That was helpful.
Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
Good, simple video
Thank you 🙂
Nice ill use for motorcycle license plate light. All others work. No warning light either like all others. So somewhere thinks its getting giving power.
Hey Rafa! How is your repair, any luck?
Yes I work on a 1996 Dodge ram 1500 thank you so much your video was exactly what I needed. I found the problem I fixed it thanks to your. I have question for you my son has a 2002 Toyota solarawe don't know what happened but now when he turns his right turn signal on radio and instrument panel flashes at the same pattern as the turn signal and all the lights signal brake hazards and backup all flash also what the right turn signal when he turns it on I hope you understand what I'm saying any ideas what it might be
Hey Albert! I am glad to know that)
Oh okay, I see. That's probably, short or interrupted circuit at the switch side of the multi-control. Most likely worn multi-control switch feeds cluster and radio circuit when turn signal is on. Those turn signal switches go bad over time.
Disconnect the stereo and see if problem gone. Means stereo has internal short or open.
I would get 20$ replacement turn signal switch from the wrecker. It should solve the problem.
Let me know how everything is going. Take care!
You da man!
How is your repair, Alex?
Thank you sir very helpful video
Hey Jay! You are most welcome brotha! I am glad it helped you out.
very helpful ! thank you
You're so welcome Cassidy!
Can you show how to fix the wire? You just wrap it with tape then use open fire to remove the moisture?
Nice thanks 👍👍👍
My Pleasure Brotha!
Hello i was wondering if you could help me with my saab 9-5 aero i am getting power but lightbulb not work and i test the new light bulb they work could it be wiring problem
So that damaged wire feeds power to both sides of license plate light bulbs?
Yup, wire was open!
I did that ony ford 15 and it made my gauges all stick to one side or the other
What was that torch looking thing that you used on the wire to fix it? I thought you were going to cut splice and maybe even solder and insulate that wire but I have no clue what that torch looking thing you use is or what it did to fix the problem.
That butane torch can be used for soldering wires together and melting crimp heat shrink connectors to seal the connection.
@@PistonShack oh, so you did have solder on those wires and did use heat shrink?
@@brucecook502 I'm really late but it was just a butt connector you heat shrink down around the new connection. It's all 1 piece
@@Seasniffer1969 it's all good, my problem turned out to be very simple. My car was missing a few fuses including the one responsible for the tag lights LOL
I have an 08 Prius...neither tag light works ..lights are new...what is most likely issue?
Just bought a 1991 Ford f150 and noticed the license plate lights were out, so I crawled underneath to see what was wrong, and found someone just clipped the wires! Guess it was easier than changing the bulbs???
Right on! Visual inspection is first place to start any "tryagnostics"
@@PistonShack just a minor issue to add to the other middling issues. I really can't complain too much since the truck was only $850, not rusted, nor dented, and runs. The previous owner just let maintenance slide instead of investing in the smallest things.
@@danbolton3180 That's great deal Dan! Right on. Every vehicle will have some minor issues here and there - even new ones!
Hi, I am abit confused. When you put the multimeter on the right hand side ground wire it beeped and then on the left side it did not beep and you said that's good. Shouldn't the both be the same?
I have a 2000 Ford F-250, I looked at the doors and then the interior and said "Oh this looks very familiar!"
That's is unbelievable.
What is the name of the tool used that lights up?
I think they called: automotive test light.
@@PistonShack savvy. Thank you..$3 at harbor freight. Perfect! Stupid license plate light.
I have brake lights but no tail or license plate lights 2013 sentra,new bulbs and changed switch/control nob same problem..Any ideas..I have 3 fuse boxes but no tail fuse or burnt fuse
Hey Mike! I would check power at the fuse first then test for control side of the relay from the switch but first do visual inspection for any lose wires, corroded grounds and broken wires.
@@PistonShack thank you for responding. I think there is a short...F6 is blowing. When I test it I get power to 1 side of fuse...the wire that feeds the right tail light harness is covered with a roll of ductape..this isn't gonna be fun
@@PistonShack so you mean also test from the wire that clips into the headlight switch on the turn signal? I unclipped the tail light harness, turned the lights on and stuck my tester in all the clip ports with the hadlights on. Only lit in 1 port...if I hit the breaks or turn signal maybe it would light on the other ports? I figure the short might be before that harness becausethe licenseplatelights are dead too..wish I had a wiring diagram and I wish I knew what I was doing
Bro,i tried to change the bulb with the led and it got shut afterwards,i guess..and now there's now power on it ..any ideas on it to fix the shut system??
Hey brother! Check head lights/taillights fuse seems like it burned out for some reasons.
What happens if you short the wires while checking for power
Hi Mr. E. If you short wires exterior lights fuse will blow up most likely.
I got it fixed - it was a burnt bulb😄NOw I would like to know where I can find the plugs to put the rat fur back on. I always lose the dang things when I take them out.🤥
wats that part called the one u burning
Hey brotha! Are you talking about heat shrink crimp connector?
Which fuse is the license plate light ??
What vehicle do you have?
@@PistonShack 2005 GMC Sierra pickup 1500
BUT due to contractor material theft I need to read license plate lights at night, I need to read license plates while the lights are on in the dark any help?
My wires are not easy to find,somehow i think this video may help me soon.
Hi Steven! How is your repair?
@@PistonShack I haven't done it yet,I was waiting on parts then got the wrong lights. Waited again,now I have my parts.I did end up finding my missing wires but no power like yours had,I will be checking the fuses like you did later today and go from there.Maybe Ill get lucky?,but with my luck probably not. I'll let you know how many of the steps you took,I have to follow.. Thank you again,will let you know!.
Great video
Glad you enjoyed it Thanks Mike) Cheers!
Do i need both of those electrical tools or can I get away with just buying one?
Hi Nicolas! You just need a simple test light to get necessary tests done.
Thanks. Interesting troubleshoot. My numberplate lights are staying on permanently even when the vehicle and headlights are turned off. Any ideas?
Hey Peter! It means you have constant power feed to the plate light when you switch is off. Unplug the switch to see if plate light will turn off. Do you have other light on when light switch is off.
Also available in blue
Thanks for watching Paul!
I installed led light on the back and the panel says check license plate lights. But they work fine
Hi Saul. Does it set message if you put regular bulbs? If lights work fine I won't worry about it.
PistonShack when the regular bulbs are on there is no message on the dashboard. But when I installed the leds it appeared that message. How do I tell the computer that I’m using leds? Thanks bro
Needle in a haystack.
Thanks Emily!
No I don't endorse drinking and driving but let's be honest.... It doesn't take a whole lot to be over the legal limit. Something this simple could get you pulled over and you know what happens next.
Be sure and check those lights.
Stay safe, Robert! Merry Christmas to you and your family!
i can see it green
In what minute is it?
How in the fuck did u pull that connector apart i cant get mine apart
First, try to spray WD-40 or some penetrating oil on that connector. Tap it with a screwdriver in a way you play drums. Pray lock clip on the connector then it should come apart. Let me know how everything is going? Thanks for watching and subscribing. Cheers!
Got use small flat head screwdriver and go to work one side a little other side a little
Make sure you lift up on that tab while doing one side a little and other a little
If you have too installl your own license plate lights ,your license plate light comes with a red and black wire what color wires with tail lights do you plug them with to turn off and on with tail lights?
Hey Zack. Black wire connects to vehicle ground then find which wire feeds power to tail light socket is your power wire.
@@PistonShack thanks brother
Thank you so much for this video.
great video!
Thanks! What was wrong with a lights?