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Old Oct 25, 2014 | 01:47 AM
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Hey new guy here. I'm trying to reassemble my 2010 883 after painting. Trying to hook up the lights and no blinkers work at all. The dash assembly flashes on and off and same with the lights. Checked voltage and it has constant but lights still flicker. Also the rear the running lights work but when I hit the brakes one lights up and the other goes out completely. I appreciate the assistance.
 
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Old Oct 25, 2014 | 02:11 PM
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Check the factory electrical diagnostics manual.
 
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Old Oct 25, 2014 | 03:58 PM
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Go back and undo all electrical connectors and check for one that may not be clipped together fully, also check all connectors to see if one of the pins in the connector has been pushed back out the back of the connector.
Double check all grounds too.
 
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