On my 2008 GMC Yukon exact same problem. I just had wife test the brake pedal while I observed the brake light. Brake pedal came one for second and went out. Thanks for your channel.
Awesome job very nice diagnosis. I was having the Same problem and when I saw this video I immediately went and switch mine out. Again thank you so much.
Just had the same issue with my 2010 Sierra,traction control and stabilitrack,wouldn’t go into gear. Was able to fix it no prob after seeing your video,thanks 👍
My 2011 GMC Sierra does the same. Only in the cold weather though, stuck in park and no brake lights. Going to work in the cold mornings the ABS lights come on. In the afternoon coming home no issues. Going to change the brake light switch , looks to be the problem.
Eric Corse same here!! Yes with hopes you will now be seeing videos again more regularly. The industrial project I was involved in is finally settling in
My 2011 GMC Sierra 1500 would show SERVICE STABILITRAK , TRACTION CONTROL, and the ABS light in the mornings when its cold (Michigan). Also the cruise control never worked. I replaced this and the cruise control worked instantly. We will see in the morning if the other lights come back on. Thank you!
I having a issue if you get this. I have a 2010 Chevy Tahoe. The traction control and stabilization come on. Now the steering wheel functions are not working. Turn signals, bright lights, cruise control, radio. On the rear the all 3 brake lights stay on. Have not had a problem with shifting from park to drive. I did change the brake switch didn’t work. Changed the bcm and still doing the stay thing. Yesterday come across your video. Used a voltage meter. On orange/white 0.97 volts. Purple 0.97 but when you press the brake down the voltage go to 0.00. Do you have a idea what might be going on. Thank you
Weird switch setup... how's it changing the signal? Hall effect of some kind? It's moving with the pedal... but pivoting in relation to the booster rod causing the signal change?
the brake booster arm hole is oblong/stretched circle and the pedal itself has a return spring, so hitting the brakes pushes the pedal shaft and switch body forward some letting the rod end push into the switch and button, before it starts pushing the rod.
What would you do if you replaced your switch about 6 months ago and my symptoms are the exact same as this video minus the brake graph you showed. Idk what my graph looks like.
Thank you for the feedback. I tried to mix in a little of everything to show the options.. its hard during real time troubleshoting to go slower I do apologis. But really the only thing we used that wasn't old school was the Autel but on these cars a code is critical/key information. however we retrieve it... Doesn't need to be a 3k scanner we can do the same with much less. Testing the switch we went pretty old school :) oscilloscopes are very handy and have been around before me. We could do this with a test light as well.. many options.. thanks again
Those scope probes look like the old Tektronix probes. I like that scope, seems so "uncluttered" compared to the Pico which we use at Toyota. What is the name and where did you get it?
have to love it, junktronics failing so often, all the 70's, 80's and early 90's vehicles I had went to scrap yard with original brake light switches, rusted out or wrecked into mostly. everything has something in common now, China or Mexico......
Wish I had a local dealer. I was hoping to see a Wells manufactoring marking on this aftermarket to give me a little good feeling at least lol but I'm not sure on this one..
This dude is a professional he’s not a change out of park and try and charge you I’d rather bring it to him pay him 300 bucks for fixing it and then replacing 100 parts And my car in the shop for a week Even if it was the same price at least you can get your car back the same day And you know He’s a mechanic not a pot changer
Thanks for the video! Have you thought about the "Automotive" firmware 'upgrade for your Micsig? I believe it's ~199.00. The problem for me is that once you update the firmware apparently you can't go back to a general scope. What model Autel is that ?
People should check there brake lights are working every so often (not really just that, look at your wing mirror and see if they light up it's not that hard, you can get 3 points in the uk for no brake lights as there is no excuse for not knowing they are not working, I assume USA have some sort of fine for it) but I say that and people are driving with DLRs only (dash is lit up on new cars when lights are off so they think lights are on, I wish car manufacturers would follow GM and make lights set to automatic as the default position)
nice to see you back sharing your video
Paul Foldes thank you for the kind feedback:)
That problem just poppef up on my 2011 chevy van.now i know where to start looking.thnx a bunch😀
On my 2008 GMC Yukon exact same problem. I just had wife test the brake pedal while I observed the brake light. Brake pedal came one for second and went out. Thanks for your channel.
Nice diagnosis. Nice to see that the Autel gave you direction.
Richard Gill thank you!! Yes the Autel has been treating me great 👍
Having same issue. Great informative video.
Awesome job very nice diagnosis. I was having the Same problem and when I saw this video I immediately went and switch mine out. Again thank you so much.
What was the part called?
Just had the same issue with my 2010 Sierra,traction control and stabilitrack,wouldn’t go into gear. Was able to fix it no prob after seeing your video,thanks 👍
i’m having this problem .. what’s that switch called ?
Brake light switch.
Am having this issue now with a 2011 sierra all terrain. Was pulling my hair out looking for the problem. Glad I found this
@@justinweatherspoon5786 my '11 Sierra has been doing the ABS/Stabilitrak off and on now. Hooked up my code Reader and got this same code.
So then why does my avalanche still stuck in park after I replaced that switch?
Thank you Will. Good job. I appreciate your videos. Have a good week.
Your welcome anytime!!! And thank you for the kind words and feedback
My 2011 GMC Sierra does the same. Only in the cold weather though, stuck in park and no brake lights. Going to work in the cold mornings the ABS lights come on. In the afternoon coming home no issues. Going to change the brake light switch , looks to be the problem.
Nice fix Will. Hope all is well.
Thank you Glen!! A is well! Great hearing from you
I'm have the same problem thankz for the help what is the sensor called
What model Autel are you using? How do you like it? Does it have bi directional control?
Nice job Will! Thanks for sharing!
James Bruno thank you!! And your welcome anytime
Been missing you Will, hopefully you are less busy.
Eric Corse same here!! Yes with hopes you will now be seeing videos again more regularly. The industrial project I was involved in is finally settling in
My 2011 GMC Sierra 1500 would show SERVICE STABILITRAK , TRACTION CONTROL, and the ABS light in the mornings when its cold (Michigan). Also the cruise control never worked. I replaced this and the cruise control worked instantly. We will see in the morning if the other lights come back on. Thank you!
Update: Never had a problem since. Fixed the issue for me. Thanks.
I having a issue if you get this. I have a 2010 Chevy Tahoe. The traction control and stabilization come on. Now the steering wheel functions are not working. Turn signals, bright lights, cruise control, radio. On the rear the all 3 brake lights stay on. Have not had a problem with shifting from park to drive. I did change the brake switch didn’t work. Changed the bcm and still doing the stay thing. Yesterday come across your video. Used a voltage meter. On orange/white 0.97 volts. Purple 0.97 but when you press the brake down the voltage go to 0.00. Do you have a idea what might be going on. Thank you
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Will that also make the brakes wear out faster
Thanks, Will! Glad you're back!
Hi do you not have the scope for the autel? If you do why are you not using it? Thanks!!
Great diagnose and fix...thanks for taking the time
Thank you!!! Any time man! Glad you enjoyed
Weird switch setup... how's it changing the signal? Hall effect of some kind? It's moving with the pedal... but pivoting in relation to the booster rod causing the signal change?
the brake booster arm hole is oblong/stretched circle and the pedal itself has a return spring, so hitting the brakes pushes the pedal shaft and switch body forward some letting the rod end push into the switch and button, before it starts pushing the rod.
also, I haven't torn apart a brake switch in ages, but I'm sure it's either just spring contacts or slide contacts inside.
Thorough diagnosis of that switch Will💪. Always enjoying your video's and great personality.
Thanks😊
What would you do if you replaced your switch about 6 months ago and my symptoms are the exact same as this video minus the brake graph you showed. Idk what my graph looks like.
welcome back my friend nice to be watching one of the masters again
What is the part called? I am having the same issue...
what scanner u using looks like autel brand whats model number like to get one thanks will
Jo O'Daye yes you are correct. That is the Autel elite
First, thanks for sharing your experience.
rick coleman 👍 Nice! Your welcome anytime
thank you, you are the best. fix that issue. Thanks.
(***** 5S) I like when you do all this old school, with electrical diagrams, with no computer, thanks for this video.
Thank you for the feedback. I tried to mix in a little of everything to show the options.. its hard during real time troubleshoting to go slower I do apologis. But really the only thing we used that wasn't old school was the Autel but on these cars a code is critical/key information. however we retrieve it... Doesn't need to be a 3k scanner we can do the same with much less.
Testing the switch we went pretty old school :) oscilloscopes are very handy and have been around before me. We could do this with a test light as well.. many options.. thanks again
I'm thinking not a common fault . Nicely shown on the scan tool bud well done.
STEVE ROB REVIEWS I’m not sure how common this is.. thanks for the feedback!! Beats farming for peanuts 🥜 lol
good explanation and scope use Will! Good to see another video.
Those scope probes look like the old Tektronix probes. I like that scope, seems so "uncluttered" compared to the Pico which we use at Toyota. What is the name and where did you get it?
Always a pleasure to watch your videos you are very thorough I need your thoughts on why schematics don’t say ground control switched
Well done as usual, Will.
Thank you :)
Have a 2007 Chevy Tahoe code C0161 abs tc
You must be a acrobat. To be under there and video it at the same time. Great video Thank You!😀👍
All American Dream Chaser lol it feels like it somedays 😂😂 thank you for the feedback
have to love it, junktronics failing so often, all the 70's, 80's and early 90's vehicles I had went to scrap yard with original brake light switches, rusted out or wrecked into mostly.
everything has something in common now, China or Mexico......
will ive changed a few of them and the aftermarket ones all came back the gm one seems to be the only one that worked
Wish I had a local dealer. I was hoping to see a Wells manufactoring marking on this aftermarket to give me a little good feeling at least lol but I'm not sure on this one..
maybe you ok the ones I used were bwd or carquest oh and the worse thing is when the customer is over your shoulder I hate that!@@robinsonsauto
What part is this?
how do you like that migsig scope
joe bush I love it!! Quick setup compact
This dude is a professional he’s not a change out of park and try and charge you I’d rather bring it to him pay him 300 bucks for fixing it and then replacing 100 parts And my car in the shop for a week Even if it was the same price at least you can get your car back the same day And you know He’s a mechanic not a pot changer
I replaced mine myself and the light still came b bck on with this code..2012 traverse
How much does this job cost the customer??
Thanks for the video! Have you thought about the "Automotive" firmware 'upgrade for your Micsig? I believe it's ~199.00. The problem for me is that once you update the firmware apparently you can't go back to a general scope.
What model Autel is that ?
What autel you using?
Autel Elite purchased from AESwave if interested they have great support
Another great job! Keep up the good work!
always good info and always enjoyable to watch. cheeeeers
j georges thank you I appreciate the positive feedback!!!
Always a treat to see you back sharing your skills.
People should check there brake lights are working every so often (not really just that, look at your wing mirror and see if they light up it's not that hard, you can get 3 points in the uk for no brake lights as there is no excuse for not knowing they are not working, I assume USA have some sort of fine for it) but I say that and people are driving with DLRs only (dash is lit up on new cars when lights are off so they think lights are on, I wish car manufacturers would follow GM and make lights set to automatic as the default position)
I'm having the same problem with my truck
have to wonder what would've happened had he taken the truck to a transmission shop
jasonmushersee would like to think they would do the same ;) but I see crazy things sometimes
lol! probably rebuild the transmission, not fix the issue, charge a little fee of $3500+ and recommend some mechanic shop who also couldn't fix it lol
Great video
Great JOB Excellent
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Great vid
Manny Velez thank you!!
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welcome back
Good Job Will Thank You
EXCELLENT
wow just for a brake light switch.
Common failure.. OEM is not that expensive though
what is OEM
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Bad brake light swicth easy 20.00 fix buy new swicth orielly