Hello to all im a newbe on her
the only problem im having right now with my
96 sL1 1.9 Liter is my rear right stop light sometimes it
goes out the bulb does not light up? when i take off
the light asembly to change the bulb i find that the stop
light bulb is not burnt out i take it out change it with a new
1 works fine for a month or so then same thing again take out

the bulb looks ok put back in the socket it works so far i have
checked

-the bulb socket for any signs of corossion all ok
-checked wires look ok
-re-placed with a compatable long life GE 2 **** bulb

im lost any sugestions would be apreciated ?

 

Wait until night time, then turn your lights on, and then go to the back of the car, and compare the amount of light from the left side and then the right side -- any difference?

 

its funny you mention that because i did notice it dimmer on the right
side where im having the problem.
what could it be?

 

A common problem is having a bulb plugged into the socket backwards. A lot easier when corrosion is involved but if you are ham fisted enough you can force it.
This referrs to a bulb that is dual filament and serves as both a brake and tail light bulb with two **** on the base of the bult at different levels.
check both sides.