Why are my parking lights not turning off?

Let’s get a new post started for your vehicle because it is a different year and model. Your vehicle does not have this same relay so you either have a switch issue, or a short to power in the wiring. However, we need to start a new post so that when others that have the same issue on your vehicle they can find the solution.

Why are the parking lights on on my Chevy Silverado?

I have the same problem with my 2010 Chevy Silverado. I took the PRK Lamp relay fuse out but the front and rear parking lights stayed on. I also disconnected the trailer light harness per the advise of a Chevy forum where another Silverado’s tail lights would not shut off.

Is there a parking light relay that is stuck on?

There is a parking light relay that is stuck on and needs to be replaced. Here is a guide to help you test and confirm the issue. Here is the location of the relay (Below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed. helpful?

What to do when your parking lights won’t turn off?

Start by checking all of your grounds. You can verify if it is a bad ground by connecting a temporary wire from the battery negative terminal to a clean spot on the frame, Body, firewall, back end body, and engine block. If any of these cause the lights to work correctly then that is the bad ground that needs fixing.

What kind of truck has no parking lights?

I have a 2003 2500 HD LB7. Everything is stock, the only electrical addition is a brake controller that was present when I purchased the truck. Tonight when I got to work the parking lights would not go off.

What happens when you turn off the lights on a GM Truck?

Then the truck was off, doors locked or unlocked, the headlights turned off, and you could hear a soft audible click, then the corner lights (front and rear) would dim, but remain on. After searching MULTIPLE forums, I only found two other people who had the same issue, with the same truck.

How do you turn off parking lights in Dodge Ram?

Alternatively, you can run a hot wire relay from the parking lights at the bulb and a wire from the headlights to the relay as you turn on the switch. This will make the parking lights always on with the headlights, but they will turn off with the headlights as well.

Why is the spare tire not working on my Dodge Ram?

The spare tire assembly can sometimes rub the wires until the outer sheath is worn away and the enclose wires won’t last very long after that. This is not a difficult fix as the wires can be spliced together and new shrink wrap placed over it.

Why does my Dodge Ram not run in the rain?

A common problem with earlier model trucks is that moisture gets into the fuse box and causes corrosion. If you have ever driven your truck in the pouring rain or washed the engine like a proud owner, water could have gotten into the fuse box and corroded the circuit board.

What should I do about my Dodge Ram?

Pull the box apart to access the circuit board. Use some compressed air to clean it up, note any corrosion. Clean up as much corrosion as possible, you may need to use some conductive solder to create connections. Spray the board with clear spray lacquer or silicon to protect the components. Let it dry completely and hook it back up.

Why does my car light stay on even after ignition?

I yanked the fuse out to temporarily fix the problem, but this just won’t cut it as a long-term solution. My car’s still under warranty, so I could take it in to the dealer, but I’d rather avoid them if I can (they’re jerks) and they’ll be closed by the time I could get there today, and won’t reopen until Monday anyways.

Why do my head lights stay on when the car is shut off?

I forgot to mention that not only are my running lights on but my head lights also stay on when the vehicle is shut off. I pinpointed through a Chevrolet website that it is the BCM; body control module.

Why do parking lights stay on when you unplug them?

If they stay on when you unplug the lights then there are problems beyond the headlight switch. But if the parking lights go off when you unplug the switch, there is a good chance the headlight switch is the problem. These switches normally cost $15 to $25, so they are not too high at most parts stores.

How do I get the parking lights to stay on?

Get the parking lights to stay on, and apply the parking brake. Some of these trucks had DRL (day time running lights) If it has the DRL setup and it is malfunctioning it will do some strange things sometimes. Applying the parking brakes turns off the DRL setup.

Do you turn off parking lights when headlight switch is off?

No, I am sure the way he turned off the parking lights was by unplugging the relay previously. Although it might be interesting to see if the parking lights shut off if the headlight high beams are on when the headlight switch is turned off. I will check this out.