What would make passenger brake light stay on

If a wire was broken replacing the reluctor ring, this would be the ABS light. Not the brake light. Check the brake fluid, check the E brake pedal/handle. The rings do break, I just weld them back in place. If they are gone, it gets a new axle.

The light comes on for the hand brake and low brake fluid in the brake reservior.

They are a double element bulb. Its used for brake light n running lIght, and I believe also turn signal as well, replace lIght it should fix your problem. If it doesn't, then you have a bad connector or a short to ground

Could be a weak connection in the harness or on the circuit board.
If you have someone hold down the brake pedal, are you loosing power or ground to the bulb ?

The caliper is not returning or releasing all the way, reason for burning. Clean and lubricate caliper. Light staying on, air in the brake system. It needs to be thourouly bled

fix the tail light thats whats wrong.

check the fluid level it's probably low. it's under the hood just above the brake booster

RE: 2002 Toyota Highlander 2.4cyl. 4X4 Base Model

I am a Certified Technician and have basic knowledge with electronics in electrical wiring. I searched the web and discovered this is a common problem.

I fixed the problem and it was a simple procedure... The problem is with the reverse light socket at the side with no brake light. This socket functions as a hub to direct current to the brake bulbs.

Remove reverse light socket and re-seat bulb. Check for loose or broken prongs. Replace if necessary.

Swap the reverse socket with the other side.

check the bulbs and the wiring there may be a short

the sensor in the handle is bad... do you have the dash mounted lever or the console (between driver and passenger seat)??

both are easy to fix...if you really feel like fixing it. My light has been on about 40,000 miles lol.