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Question: A4 2002 back up light bulb issue

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ricardo, Bridgewater, NJ, February 08, 2009, 06:15
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..replaced OEM rear lights with aftermarket kit (darkened version) and everything works except for right rear bak up bulb. tried swapping out bulbs and still not working - get that annoying error message for the rear b/u bulb..any suggestions?

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    munkyrench February 16, 2009, 15:18
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    Get a test light and check for power to the bulb socket. Double check the bulbs and wiring. It's a straight forward circuit, power to the bulb and a ground that is probably grounded in the trunk somewhere. The ground is probably shared with other bulbs, so it's likely OK.

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    Visitor, November 08, 2010, 16:35

    I have a 99 A8 that had the same issue and it turned out to be the F125 Neutral Safety switch that attaches to the transmission. The part is costly $ 300- $600

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