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IPCW L.E.D. Taillights - Backup Lights Not Working

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Old 06-17-2014 | 08:45 PM
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IPCW L.E.D. Taillights - Backup Lights Not Working

Hey there! I recently installed the Bermuda Black L.E.D. IPCW Taillights on my 06 HHR and they look awesome! However, the backup lights are not working for some reason. Has anyone else had this problem? My backup lights worked before I switched them, so I am unsure of the problem.
Old 06-17-2014 | 11:17 PM
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Originally Posted by hkoehler459
Hey there! I recently installed the Bermuda Black L.E.D. IPCW Taillights on my 06 HHR and they look awesome! However, the backup lights are not working for some reason. Has anyone else had this problem? My backup lights worked before I switched them, so I am unsure of the problem.

Gonna go out and say are you 100 % sure all your connections between the upper and lower are sound?
Old 06-18-2014 | 02:25 AM
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You probably already have this??: http://hhrboutique.com/images/IPCW/hhrlightsinstall.jpg
Old 06-18-2014 | 06:44 AM
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you may have a defective unit...but before we go down that road i would suggest
re-installing them and following the instructions, making sure you have the plugs inserted correctly.
Old 06-18-2014 | 08:30 AM
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Unhappy

Everything should be correct. I checked wires several times. When I unplugged the bottom wire and re-plugged it on the left side it did turn on for a few seconds, although, I shut the car off and restarted it to only find that it stopped working again. I'll try reinstalling them again after work.
Old 06-18-2014 | 10:23 AM
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Hmm. Did you check fuse #46 ?
Old 06-18-2014 | 04:06 PM
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Okay, everyone! I feel silly but the problem has been solved. I had the wires backward. The label clearly says "Black to Black". Apparently, I don't know how to follow the directions or match colors. Give a girl a break!

Sorry! Thanks anyway for those who commented. I appreciate it!
Old 06-18-2014 | 06:52 PM
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Now... How about some pictures
Old 06-18-2014 | 07:12 PM
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Thanks for responding back and informing us you got it fixed!! We love feed back!!!
Old 06-19-2014 | 03:31 AM
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x2 - and yup, pics are necessary!!


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