Audio Systems/Light Bulb Issue

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Expert: - 11/9/2008


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I know that my question has nothing to do with stereo system but being that it is an electrical issue, thought you could help Thanks!!
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Hi, I just bought a 1986 Cadillac Deville Sedan. Under the engine hood is a assesory light. At first, the bulb didn't work now it does because I replaced it! Problem is......The light only will come on when the engine is turned on and the headlights are on. Doesn't seem odd?
I thought that this light would work like the lights that come on when you open the car door. Were the engine dosen't have to be on. Just the fact that you opened the hood!
Please explain to me if you think this is wrong or not. I thought that just simply opening up the engine hood, that the light would just come on without the engine being on, et.
Hope you understand my issue here. Thanks!!
Tom

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you are wrong, the engine don't need to be on.
The key needs to be in the accesorie possition  also the headlights don't need to be on only the parking lights  

will you open the hood on the midle of the night and have  the parking lights off ? safety
if is day time do you needtouse thelight inside the hood ?
some have a mercury switch behind the light  connector  

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Please year and model of the vehicle i need all the details I'am a car electronics installer with 23 years of experience. I'am very familiar with installations of in-dash head units,factory head units, factory car audio, hands-free phone kits, auxiliary audio inputs and iPod iPhone interface integration and security systems if you need any help with your factory stereo, or how to add auxiliary audio or listen to your ipod android in the vehicle I currently have a MECP Master Installation Technician certification. My answers are based on my experience in vehicles and my knowledge of automotive electronics I don't put much emphasis on brand names; you won't often find me putting down a brand or pushing one on dont send me a list of what brands i like better sorry i can not help you with aftermarket or vehicles that are not in the u.s.a also video and security

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