On my 98 A4 1.8T I had the same problem. The problem was the entire headlight switch on the stearing column went bad. I dont know if the headlight switch has anything to do with the reverse lights but from my own experience the reverse light problem is caused by thhe reverse light switch which is in the gearbox. I got a price of
Either the reverse switch is defective or out of adjustment.
Either the switch that turns the backup lights on is out of adjustment, or has failed in the on position.
the reverse light switch is either out of adjustment. or broken. new one should be fairly cheap
The 2002 Cavalier has a reverse light switch. The switch can be bad, or have a loose connection causing the lights not to work.
Where is the fuse located for the reverse lights
Check your fuses
Both a stuck reverse switch and shorted wiring can be causes for reverse lights to stay on. Under normal circumstances, the reverse lights turn off as soon as the vehicle is shifted out of reverse.
Sounds like the reverse switch is either damaged, or wired backwards... Did you have your clutch done recently?
Try bypassing the reverse light switch that plugs into the transmission. If your reverse lights come on, voila! Problem solved. Buy a new switch.
Bad bulbs can be the cause of your reverse lights not working on your 1999 Toyota Tacoma. A problem with the reverse switch or bad wires can also be the cause of your reverse lights not working.
The problem is the reverse light switch. It is located on the top of the transmission that should sloved your problem.
check the reverse light switch ,usually found on side of transmission