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On my 96 dakota, out of no where when I try to use my power window switch driver and passenger they don’t work and make the parking brake light on my dash cut on when engaged. As well as when I put my truck into reverse.
 
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Check grounds for those circuits.
 
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Check grounds for those circuits.
Ralph, is that you?
 
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Ralph, is that you?
Guess I am the Ralph substitute. Some big shoes to fill there...... (and I am not sayin' he had big feet.... though he DID leave a big footprint. )
 
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Guess I am the Ralph substitute. Some big shoes to fill there...... (and I am not sayin' he had big feet.... though he DID leave a big footprint. )
Well, I have to say every seasoned mechanic (or automotive professional/enthusiast) I ever knew always listed bad connections as a top target for anything goofy. I must say, it is excellent guidance.
 
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Originally Posted by chase.justice59@gmail.com
On my 96 dakota, out of no where when I try to use my power window switch driver and passenger they don’t work and make the parking brake light on my dash cut on when engaged. As well as when I put my truck into reverse.
That's called a 'feature.'

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