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Old Feb 28, 2011 | 09:56 PM
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First time on this site. You guys have already taught me a million things. Here's my problem, all lights work except for my brakelights. checked all the fuses. Any other suggestions?
 
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Old Feb 28, 2011 | 10:09 PM
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check the brakelight switch....It should be attached to the brake pedal. Beyond that possibly some relays.
 
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Old Feb 28, 2011 | 10:10 PM
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How would I know if it wasnt working properly?
 
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Old Feb 28, 2011 | 10:18 PM
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Like MAGIC said the brake light switch is on top of the brake pedal and check connections to and from it. Also chck the main relay in the PDC under the hood. Try flashing the Emergency Blinkers and see if those work. That should point you in the right direction.
 
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Old Feb 28, 2011 | 10:21 PM
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Emergency flashers work fine some im assuming that its the switch. Thanks for the help Magic and Widow.
 
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Old Feb 28, 2011 | 11:41 PM
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Yes if emergency flashers are working fine it is the brake light switch. It's real easy to find and replace, its a little button on the top of the brake pedal and you can find it simply with a flashlight. Your welcome and I'm glad it was an easy find.
 
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Old Mar 1, 2011 | 12:31 AM
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Sounds like the brake switch on top of the petal. It is a 1/4 turn to remove it.
 
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Old Mar 2, 2011 | 02:20 PM
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Replaced the brakelight switch. Still dont have brakelights. looks like im going to have to trace the line.
 
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Old Mar 2, 2011 | 05:09 PM
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You havent stated but I am assuming you have done the obvious checked lamps for blown filaments etc.. right?

I am giving the benefit of the doubt but have to ask... no offense intended.
 
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Old Mar 2, 2011 | 06:55 PM
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That would be crazy if all the LEDs blew and the tail lights blew all at the same time! But no he said he checked and the emergency flashers work.

I'd like a story from someone where all the lights blew though, I'm sure its not the craziest thing that happened.
 
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