Electric Gremlins, My tail lights are crazy... Options

[Carlitos Way]

er, not MY tail lights, my car's tail lights.

I'm trying to get my car up to "roadworthy" conditions. I just purchased it and the PO didn't inform me of the electrical gremlins.

So, I have a weird electric problem:

When I switch off the ignition, if I "accidentally" activate the left turn signals, the right rear tail lights light up, and stay on.

Also, when I was testing the hazard lights, a funny thing happens. The left and right lights do not light up at the same time. They light up in alternating patterns... so it's kind of a fun show... and it reminds me of a few too many late nights with red lights shining in my rear view mirror.

I'm guessing I might need new relays but before I go spending money on 3-4 relays, I'd like to get more input.

Any thoughts or suggestions are welcome.

Thanks,

Carlos

[ematulac]

Sounds like you picked up a fun car. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif)

First check to make sure the transmission ground strap is in place and that the contacts are clean.

Second, check for short ciruits.

I'm wondering if your hazards were intentionally wired to do that. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/unsure.gif)

I can feel for ya ... I finally got rid of all my electrical gremlins this weekend.

Ed