Q: water in brake lights
I washed my Cadillac Escalade and got some water into one of the electrical connections. When I have the head lights on, the 3rd row brake lights are on and the mirror turn singles are on dim. Then when I turn left, swipe both signals fast and hit the brakes, everything just stops and glows. Do you have any idea what’s wrong? Can I unplug the 3rd row or does it have to stay plugged in and working?
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