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    Posted: 16 Sep 2017 at 10:58am
I cleaned and opened the front light transparent plastic cover. Took out ans replaced the bulb. It worked but the contact seems to have a delay in between switch on and light on. The light is in working condition (will eventually replace with a led bulb)
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 16 Sep 2017 at 4:21am
Hi Patrick,
Either you can go with what Tars has said or else you can replace the light. If you think that you are not able to repair it by your own, then you can take the help of the expert electrician too. Last week, my colleague has faced the same problem as of yours. When he was not able to fix the light, Electricians Bryn Mawr PA team has helped him in solving his problem. You can also look for some expert advice from your area or else can choose different options too.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 09 Aug 2017 at 8:26pm
I had the same problem with mine.  At first I sprayed wd40 on the switch but eventually I had to replace the switch.  The switch is available at any rv dealer.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 24 Jul 2017 at 1:53pm
Mine drains to the back street side unless the wind is blowing. I level at the tounge but not sure if that means anything else is level 
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 24 Jul 2017 at 4:43am
Originally posted by mcarter

One thing I noticed - when the Pod is level the AC drains right on that light. Just FY.

I've noticed this as well. 
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 23 Jul 2017 at 10:57pm
My switch was finicky after I picked up my new green 2017 179 HRD.  I let the dealer know and they sent me a new switch.  I have yet to replace it.  Sometimes I have to click it 4-6 times before it lights.  Try a shot of wd40 in the switch and then give it a few clicks.  A replacement switch should be easily found at your local auto shop or you can buy an entire new light on amazon for decent price and use that switch. 
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 23 Jul 2017 at 5:52pm
One thing I noticed - when the Pod is level the AC drains right on that light. Just FY.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 23 Jul 2017 at 5:42pm
Exact same thing happened to me.

My electronically savvy son in law diagnosed using a multimeter that the switch was bad. Not worth replacing, I just use a head mounted flashlight now. 

I hope this is not a systematic problem involving a  lot of other people's pods.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 23 Jul 2017 at 5:40pm


+1 on dielectric grease. It is wonderful stuff that no well dressed shade tree mechanic should be without. It has many uses - light bulbs, Bargman connectors, sparkplug boots, etc.

An ounce of prevention.........
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 23 Jul 2017 at 3:31pm
That light on my TT seems to be the one that has the most moisture inside the lens. I replaced bulb with LED and applied dielectric grease to the bulb prior to install. You can check resistance on bulb to make sure it is good. You can also check the socket for power. If you don't have power to socket you have a wiring problem. On my 178 that wire is primarily in the front storage compartment. I have seen it but had no reason to do anything with it, as my light works.
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