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Old Oct 17, 2015 | 03:58 PM
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i have a 1996 dodge ram 1500 5.9 360 gas engine. my problem is when i put my truck in reverse all my dash and parking lights come on and/or if i turn my lights the reverse light stays on, i checked neutral safety switch shifter check postions and had no start except in park or neutral. so im at a loss please help
 
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Old Oct 17, 2015 | 04:19 PM
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Check the wiring at the back of the truck. It sounds like you have a short between the running lights and reverse lights.
 
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Old Oct 17, 2015 | 08:04 PM
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If you have a trailer harness, look where it hits the main harness for the rear lights, they are notorious for causing issues.
 
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