2006 kia rio break lights blow out when i press break pedal hatchback lamp does'nt possible cause
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Asked by smokeyg Dec 07, 2013 at 12:03 PM about the 2006 Kia Rio5 SX

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replace both brake lamps with correct lamp ,press pedal and both left and right lamps blow out. the hatchback lamp is not affected and functions properly. tail lights, parking lights, turn signals and flashers operate normal. can someone help. no manuales

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migration_judge_roy answered 10 years ago

check the output voltage of the alternator....perhaps the voltage regulator is not doin' it's job properly~

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migration_judge_roy answered 10 years ago

test the wires going to the lamps...for proper 12.5 volts....an overvoltage condition would "blow them out"~

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smokeyg answered 10 years ago

thanks judge_roy i'll you know the outcome smokeyg

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