Repl the switch and once you know its working, then repair the backup
lights...both common failures.
Use a 12v test light to check power at the switch and at the fuse...assuming
you have a 4 speed and not an automatic trans, its a pretty simple circuit.
Power from fuse to switch to lights...grounded at the lights.
Daryl of AA Transaxle
(425) 788-4070
aatransaxle.com
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jack R." <jack007@COMCAST.NET>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Tuesday, July 31, 2007 7:04 PM
Subject: Back-up lights don't work

> My 84 Westy is having back-up light issues.  I have pulled switch, and put
> an ohm meter on it, and see that is it closed regardless of switch
> position.
>
>
> So, the back-up lights should be on all the time, which they are not.  So,
> I
> put a circuit tester on the leads, and neither caused the tester to light
> (key in on position, not running however).
>
> The horn works, same fuse as the back-up lights.
>
> Any ideas?
>
>
>
> Thanks!
>
>
>
> Jack R.
>
> N. of Detroit
>
> 84 Westy, new paint, newer motor, no back-up lights!