No, the switch is above the brake pedal and the relay is under the hood. The problem can be either one. First pull the connector off the brake switch--there may be more than one connector, but pull them all off. If the brakes lights go out, replace the switch. If they dont, replace the relay. I guarantee the lights will go out if you pull the relay out. If the relay clicks when you push it back in, it's because the brake switch is shorted on. If the relay doesn't click, the relay is shorted on.
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So, the lights were staying on, and now they won't turn on at all, which means I can't get the car out of park. Is there a way to tell which switch it is? They were turning off when I pulled up on the brake pedal. Does this mean it is the switch by the pedal?
In that case, you need to fix the return spring on the pedal or adjust the switch so it is closer to the pedal arm. There may be something worn out or loose in the linkage. Look for a loose bolt or a worn bushing under there.
Thanks! So, even if they won't turn on at all now, it means it is something other than the brake switch or relay switch?
OK, I thought you were saying they would not turn on because you had pulled the cables off. If the cables are on, and the brakes or shifter will not work, replace the switch.
Is there more than one switch on the brake pedal arm?
If yes, how many connector on each switch?
Thank you! I unplugged the switch and plugged it back in and now everything is working. Will go get a new one at Kragen to have on hand just in case it starts acting up.
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SOURCE: Brake lights won't come on when I press pedal.
if you can push the switch and it works then it needs to be adjusted to make it work
SOURCE: emergency brake pedal will not stay down when i press it.
When I press the the emergency brake down it will not saty down. The emergency brake works if pressed down while driving but will not stay down it stays up?? ok sould like my problem ,so where can i get one on line??? to replace it and looking for tail gate hinges for a 1994 S 10 pick up from GM 72:00 for all for to much for 4 places of metal??
SOURCE: brake lights only work when you lightly touch the
the switch under the brake pedal is bad they cost about 12.00 at autozone
SOURCE: 1992 Ford Ranger Turn signal/Hazard light issue
Can you just check to make sure the ignition key switch is not staying over to far and not backing off when you try to start it. I had a truck that did that and it messed up my turn signals until I brought the key switch back a little after starting it. Just a simple idea. Be kind with your rating for me. Raz
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