DHC

Title says it all: last night I got a warning light on the dash to "Check left rear brake light." Sure enough, it doesn't light up.

So I'm thinking my first play is to check the fuse. Failing that, my car is CPO so I'd take it in to either Jim Ellis or Hennessey (here in Atlanta).

So is there a diagram for the fuse box to know which one it is?

Thanks in advance.

DHC

OK, went and found the schematic in the fuse panel itself. The fuse itself looks good, so I guess it's "off to the dealer."

Probably a blown bulb, right?

ajayabb

Save yourself a trip. Its an easy DIY. There are a couple screws in the engine compartment holding the tail light assembly. Just unscrew, remove and pop in a new bulb from Pep Boys or Autozone

fskof

Do it yourself it will cost about $2 and will take less then 5 min of your time. Very easy to do.

Edgy01

Absolutely do it yourself. Otherwise set aside $35.00 for a bulb and 1/2 hour labor for installation. (Insane, of course).

DHC

OK, didn't realize this would be so quick/easy. Found this older thread on the topic and will hit Pep Boys tomorrow to get the bulb(s):

https://rennlist.com/forums/997-foru...lb-number.html

If I can change out the sidemarkers (to clear), then this should be a piece of cake.

DHC

Yep, that was pretty easy. Had a bit of trial-and-error at the local NAPA, but ended up successful.

Bet the guy behind the counter doesn't see too many Carrera owners coming in the store with a philips-head wrench, dirty hands and a desire for spare parts. Installed the new bulb out in the parking lot and the guy confirmed all was good to go.

ajayabb

Nice job. And saved yourself a few bucks to boot!