Reverse lights not working

Greetings. Searched the forums; both bulbs good, getting 12V at the switch while in reverse (on top of the transmission) and removed the switch and verified with a meter that the switch is functional. I suppose it could be a wiring issue but I�m wondering: even though the switch does indeed open and close, is it perhaps worn and not moving enough distance? Didn�t want to throw $30 at a new switch when it seems to be working. My question is: 1. where does the 12V wire physically go AFTER the switch? I�m assuming up into the engine compartment to a connector but I don�t know where. 2. Should I just get a new switch and try it since it seems like that�s often the problem ? thanks for your input. 2000 996 cab 6-speed

The wire from the switch goes to a junction plug on the rear relay frame, then splits out to the two rear light assemblies. I'd jumper the switch plug first to see if the light come on.

U also have to verfiy ground at the taillight plug.

Quotes source post: 18027579

My friend, that was a great idea and I�m embarrassed that I didn�t think to do that. I�ll blame it on age. The lights did indeed come on when jumpered, so I�m assuming that the switch is flaking and will replace it. Thanks to you folks for your suggestions.

Thanks