Ok, I still can't solve my brake lights problem!!!?

I checked everything and even use test light to see if everything has powers. No idea? Only other thing I can think of maybe is the brake pad switch but I replaced twice??? So, how can I check if the brake pad swich is good before I install it?



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blubs changed, fuses good, tail light is good, turn signal is good, all area has powers(tested). So, with headlights on or off both back brake lights don't work just the middle but tail light works and is the same blub???Ok, I still can%26039;t solve my brake lights problem!!!?
Use a bench tester to determine if the switch itself is good. It should show a circuit being closed when activated. Also check in your ground circuit to the brake lights they are usually grounded together and in some vehicles this circuit is separate from the turn signals. Also in a few vehicles there is an in-line fuse to the brake lights system, this is to avoid losing all tail lights during a failure of one system of the other. Electrical can be a head ache, as you undoubtedly know by now, but I wish you best of luck and you will find the problem. One other thing is does the vehicle have a wiring harness for a trailer? If so I would start by tracing it, I have found several shorts in this wiring harness and it will lead to problems which can stay masked. One I found was just pinched slightly between the hitch and frame but was enough to cause a short. Hope this helps ;)Ok, I still can%26039;t solve my brake lights problem!!!?
Oh man you use your brakes..?Ok, I still can%26039;t solve my brake lights problem!!!?
This is a confusing situation. You may have to take it to a mechanic. Sorry I couldn't help more.Ok, I still can%26039;t solve my brake lights problem!!!?
check for power coming from the brake light switch into the turnsignal switch and then out of the turn signal switch. the third brake light bypasses the turn signal switchOk, I still can%26039;t solve my brake lights problem!!!?
Check the switch on the pedal with your test light. Make sure there is power to the switch. Have someone push the brake and make sure power goes through the switch, if not replace that switch. If it checks good, you may have a broken wire.Ok, I still can%26039;t solve my brake lights problem!!!?
You probably put a single filament bulb in a double filament socket.



Check to see if you have a double filament bulb in place. It will have two silver boobs on the bottom.



Also clean the contacts and pull the contact tab up a little at the bottom of the socket. Sometimes the bulbs force them down too far so they don't make proper contact.



The simplest thing to do is to check if you have voltage at the socket contacts. Have a friend step on the brake pedal whlie you hold a voltmeter to each contact within the socket and to ground. If you get 12v voltage, everything is working perfectly. The only explanation is the bulb. If this is the case, then either:

A) The bulb is defective. Try another one.

B) You are putting the bulb in 180 degrees off. Match the side nipples to the socket properly.

C) You have the wrong bulb, or it is single filament (see above).



This is not rocket science. Power to the socket = a lit bulb.Ok, I still can%26039;t solve my brake lights problem!!!?
You wont like this however:

IF things are as they seem to you there are only two possibilities that come to mind:

1) The brake switch - I know of no test for them other than to install them and see.

2) There is a wire in the system between the brakes and the lights that is partially frayed. When enough voltage is put through it - it shorts out. Unfortunately - you'll probaby need a mechanic for that second one. If the wire is cracked inside its casing - you'll never be able to see the bad wire as one.Ok, I still can%26039;t solve my brake lights problem!!!?
You can test the brake switch with an ohm meter. Have someone hold the switch in the position it should be in to activate the lights, then check to see if they light. Maybe the switch is out of position.Ok, I still can%26039;t solve my brake lights problem!!!?
you bulbs have two diferent wires going to it the turn signal is one and the brake is the other now if no brake lite but you have turnsignels try replacing the bulb it my look good but is not.Ok, I still can%26039;t solve my brake lights problem!!!?
the only thing it sounds like you didnt check was to see if your ground has a good connection.some light testers wont help you there.you might have to look for it and make sure it is tight.its probably on the cars frame.follow the wires to the taillights and see if there is one wire that is bolted to the frame,and thats probably itOk, I still can%26039;t solve my brake lights problem!!!?
have you check the switch on brake pedal or have your brake fluid check on some cars there's an electric switch on master brake cylinder.Ok, I still can%26039;t solve my brake lights problem!!!?
Most likely you are going to have to replace the turn signal switch in the steering wheel, your brake lights work through your turn signal , you may want to also check to see that the hazard flashers are working if they are not, make sure the hazard flasher switch is turned off, because the brake lights will be canceled out if the switch is on, but if the hazards are working properly then the turn switch is most likely the problem if you are sure about the other components you have checked

Volvo s60 rear window/high level brake light not working?

Recently purchased the volvo s60 and have now found that the high level brake light in the back window is not working. Checked the fuse and it's not that. Can we change it (and how) or does it have to go to garage??????

Thank you =DVolvo s60 rear window/high level brake light not working?
yea it can be changed doesnt always have to go to a garage there going to rip u off it could be many problems though it could be just a bulb the wiring or if u wanted to replace the whole assembly depending on the year of the vehicle different years make different styles and each can be different how there changed

2001 ford wind star sel abs & brake light is on, plus o/d light keep flashing ,plus my speedometer died?

while driving brake ,abs ,over drive light came on and my speed ometer died , milege shows --------- computer on dash reads( fuel computer data erro) , i looked in fuses and found fuse 10 blown so i changed it five time evry time i turn ignition on it correct everything and for seconds fuse will blow again . please i need help on this one. where is my short and how can i fix it ? i read it could be the vss sensior if it is where located and how easy to change ?2001 ford wind star sel abs %26amp; brake light is on, plus o/d light keep flashing ,plus my speedometer died?
Vehicle Speed Sensor is on the transmission I believe on the back side...OF COURSE. this is a fairly quick fix, the part will run around 80 bucks but this is tell tale of the problems the O/D light says hey tranny has an issue and the blown 10 says ya and it is the VSS. i bet the VSS has shorted, they do that.2001 ford wind star sel abs %26amp; brake light is on, plus o/d light keep flashing ,plus my speedometer died?
your problem is you own a ford.

My 2000 Dodge Neon oil was just changed and the check engine oil light stays on, how do I reset it?

How do you reset the oil light, it keeps coming on when I am slowing down, turning and at other random times. The dipstick reads Max and the lights been doing this since the last oil change. Do you apply the brakes a few times to reset it like with some other cars or is there another way?My 2000 Dodge Neon oil was just changed and the check engine oil light stays on, how do I reset it?
It has nothing to do with the oil change. The light is activated by either your car's ECM(electronic control module) because of information sent to it by one of your various engine sensors, or simply by reaching a predetermined milage. You will need your local Dodge Service Center on this one. Hope this helps.

How do you change bulb in honda crv?

I am trying to replace a burned out brake light in a honda 2004 crv. Hinge side.How do you change bulb in honda crv?
Look in the back of the car and you should find an access panel for the taillights. The base of the bulb will twist out of the taillight housing.

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91 honda accord brake light problem?

my brake light is out again, it went out once and i replaced the bulb which did nothing.. then changed the fuse and it worked. then a couple days later it isn't working again for some reason. anybody know how to fix this?91 honda accord brake light problem?
I'd change the two brake light sockets , plus run a new ground wire from the trunk to the brake lights.Any good parts store should be able to supply or order you those sockets , just be sure to use the same gauge of wire and a o-ring wire connector etc.



Hope that helps and best of luck.Merry Xmas91 honda accord brake light problem?
90-93 accords have brake light control modules on them(black box mounted to the back off light)they go bad.get new taillight harness %26amp; module from dealer they are sold seprate left or right sides.

2004 Nissan Maxima - ABS, SLIP, VDC OFF and BRAKE lights are on.?

I bought this car about a year ago 2004 Maxima SL. It only has 34000 Miles on it, About a month ago it started showing all of this lights, it use to happen only once in a while but now its everytime. The ABS, SLIP, VDC OFF and BRAKE lights come on when I start driving. The lights do not come on right away but rather when I start driving the car, First the SLIP light comes on and the transmission starts to slip but after all four lights come on, I can drive just fine without have to worry about transmission slipping... Now all of this started happening after I changed my Brake Pads and Balanced and Rotated the tires at a local Auto Shop. Can Anyone tell me what is wrong with the car or how can I reset all the warning lights? I would appreciate all the inputs...2004 Nissan Maxima - ABS, SLIP, VDC OFF and BRAKE lights are on.?
Problem happens right after brake service and tire rotate/balance?

The problem may be at wheel speed sensor(s). You really need to have a tech reading trouble code first then go from there.

Many shops will be able to read and reset engine, transmission, ABS trouble code with their scan tool.2004 Nissan Maxima - ABS, SLIP, VDC OFF and BRAKE lights are on.?
All of the above are Anti lock brake related items. You know acronyms SLIP= Traction Control VDC= Vehicle Dynamic Control AND ABS = antilock brakes. Now did any thing change a month ago when you maby put on two different size tires rims? Brake Systems problems need to be checked at the Nissan Dealer because the information is only available there to diagnosis and correctly repair the car. Just might be one bad wheel speed sensor. Or rodents chewing on the car's wiring. Get it looked at soon! good luck2004 Nissan Maxima - ABS, SLIP, VDC OFF and BRAKE lights are on.?
I recommend letting the Nissan dealer hook up the Consult scan tool.Could need reprogramming or there may be a real problem with a sensor or part...don't take chances with brakes.Good luck