B3882

Right Tail Lamp Circuit Short to Ground

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$11–56 (est.)

Symptoms

The right tail light does not work
Flashing or uneven headlight operation
Light circuit fuse blown

Causes

Damaged wiring harness insulation
Short circuit in lamp socket
Corrosion of contacts or connectors
Mechanical damage to the headlight
Incorrect connection when replacing a headlight

How to Fix

Conduct a visual inspection of the wiring harness and connectors
Check the integrity of the wire insulation
Clean contacts from corrosion
Check the condition of the headlight unit
If necessary, replace damaged circuit elements

Related codes

B3881 B3883 B3880