SYMPTOMS OF A BAD BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH

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  • Опубликовано: 26 авг 2024
  • In this video, you will learn 6 symptoms of a bad brake light switch. Watching this video will help you diagnose whether it is time to replace your brake light switch. You will also learn how a brake light switch works. This video also teaches you where the brake light switch is located. Symptoms of a bad brake light switch that you may experience are an engine light, brake lights don't turn on, brake light staying on the whole time, the car won't start, cruise control not working, and being stuck in the park position.
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  • @easyautofix
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    • @DILLIGAS-GAMING
      @DILLIGAS-GAMING Год назад

      Hello , I need help , I fix my own stuff but this has me beat , 98 Mitsubishi pajero / montero lwb gls , I have no top brake light and no rear wiper , i have turn signals , bottom brake lights work , I have tested the bulbs and the cluster and fuses , I hit a huge pot hole smelled some plastic burn, lost my alternator the
      A/T light battery light came on was down to 9v I replaced with new one thats all good but I can't find why brake and rear wiper won't work , is there a relay or something obvious or secret im missing ? any ideas? Would massively appreciate any wisdom I'm not usually one to ask but I have to admit I can't work it out .

  • @DG3_DAVE
    @DG3_DAVE 2 года назад +38

    This explains so much for me, after replacing my break light switch it also solved the issue I had with my traction control turning on by its self

    • @user-yp2nu3lh8h
      @user-yp2nu3lh8h 2 месяца назад +1

      Yup- the traction control light was intermittently showing up on my son’s 2017 Nissan Altima. However, last few days, car would not start or could not it out of park. Heading to Nissan tmrw to grab a new switch. Seems pretty straightforward on the install. Hope it resolves this for me.

  • @stacyakel2741
    @stacyakel2741 Год назад +9

    Hi my car is better in the shop twice and everything that you just showed on that video from about shifting from Park is exactly what my car is doing and what was done to it. It's sad that there are mechanics out there that will fix one tiny thing wait for you to break down to fix the next thing that caused it to begin with. Can't trust anyone it's really sad. Thank you for your help

    • @freedompioneer4311
      @freedompioneer4311 3 месяца назад

      What did the brake switch cause to break or was it the shift interlock selenoid the switch broke???

    • @twin1305
      @twin1305 2 месяца назад

      ????

    • @twin1305
      @twin1305 2 месяца назад

      Any info for the fix

    • @ibaneziceman2007
      @ibaneziceman2007 5 дней назад

      To be fair, cars these days come with a lot of complex components. One particular issue could be caused by a dozen different faulty things.

  • @ovekarlsson777
    @ovekarlsson777 Год назад +14

    Great compilation! However, you still missed one symptom. The park lock solenoid can go crazy and click hysterically or the lever can be constantly unlocked. I have experienced both! It took me a while to figure it out, if you have trouble with your gearbox, the brake light switch isn't the first thing you think of.

  • @HunterZeus
    @HunterZeus Год назад +12

    What if my only symptom is not being able to shift out of park? I always manage to eventually get it out of park, but how much brake I need to apply always changes. Sometimes it's all way down, sometimes it's barely any brake at all. I've learned to just listen for the click of when it activates.

    • @Americansikkunt
      @Americansikkunt Год назад +1

      I have the same issue (cruise control light and check engine light).
      I’m hoping the brake switch fixes!
      (It may be the solenoid shifter, if not)

    • @okavin
      @okavin Год назад +1

      Did you figure out the problem?

    • @Americansikkunt
      @Americansikkunt Год назад +1

      @@okavin brake light switch fixed mine

    • @SL-pg4dh
      @SL-pg4dh Год назад

      It's most likely a brake switch problem.

  • @richardhill2379
    @richardhill2379 Год назад +3

    With all of those symptoms, is a hard brake pedal a symptom as well ??. Great video bye the way.

  • @guttaboizent
    @guttaboizent 10 месяцев назад +3

    WHAT ABOUT THE TAiL LiGHTS
    IF THEY DONT COME ON BUT WHEN YOU HiT BRAKES THEY DO

  • @markjohnston6815
    @markjohnston6815 Год назад +3

    This is exactly the problem that I'm having, and the fix looks great...but it would be nice if you'd included how you got the bolt into that space! I'm thinking I'll have to remove the brake pedal or the switch, because there definitely isn't enough space to get it in there without moving something else...

  • @GREGELZZ
    @GREGELZZ 2 дня назад

    If I was having a fantastic day I wouldn't be watchong this video

  • @markellrobinson4447
    @markellrobinson4447 2 месяца назад

    Thanks for the video helped a lot been trying to figure out why the hell my brake lights not working now I know why ordering the relay tomorrow

  • @april7531
    @april7531 2 дня назад

    Symptoms i had was, Accelerator response is slow. pressing clutch and brake and trying to move the accelerator don't work, i had to pump few times. i disconnect the brake light switch (4 pin brake engage signal send to ecu) and accelerator was back to normal.

  • @jasoneaves6488
    @jasoneaves6488 10 месяцев назад +1

    What about the VDC? ABS? It also controls the TCM by disconnecting the clutch durning the engine/transmission/drive line

  • @umarkedreturn8776
    @umarkedreturn8776 Месяц назад

    You sound very similar to Chisfix, the other youtuber. Same cadence in your voice, tone, and delivery. Well, if you can't beat them, join them!

  • @AtmxDawg24
    @AtmxDawg24 2 месяца назад

    This was very informative, more than likely it is my brake light switch and not a fuse. I will check the fuse anyway and get a bls asap. Thank you.!!

    • @wildatheart3182
      @wildatheart3182 2 месяца назад

      Did the switch fix it? Ours is in limp mode

  • @Americansikkunt
    @Americansikkunt Год назад +4

    Are brake light switches prone to braking or being faulty?
    I just replaced the switch, and it failed again!

    • @chaset42
      @chaset42 Год назад

      Same here. Replaced the switch and it worked for a couple of days but then everything failed again.

  • @buffed16
    @buffed16 9 месяцев назад +1

    Traction Disabled means?? I get that message on my Deville too.

  • @baabiegirl
    @baabiegirl Год назад +2

    Great video, thank you.

  • @wendyvillasenor8671
    @wendyvillasenor8671 Год назад +3

    Does it stay stuck in park every time or once in awhile ? My truck started doing that and now the brake lights went out. Already changed fuse and checked bulbs.

    • @akii0077
      @akii0077 Год назад

      Yes

    • @Beaudoinam
      @Beaudoinam Год назад

      My 2014 ram 8spd would not go into drive cause of this switch

  • @kansaswolf865
    @kansaswolf865 2 месяца назад

    Yesterday, my car check engine light on. scan tool P0703 bad brake switch. Also my cruise control stopped working.

  • @toriisssstinglyyyasmr6595
    @toriisssstinglyyyasmr6595 Год назад +2

    My 2012 Nissan Altima brake light stay on even when car is off and I’ve replaced brake light switch etc. took it to dealer they “fixed” it and it’s doin the same thing. It’s stays on so long it drains my battery everytime. But when it does this the left side break light goes out . I’ve replaced it as well. And only the top brake light and right side stays on? What could cause this?

  • @JohnnyPraize
    @JohnnyPraize 11 месяцев назад +2

    The back lights on my 2002 Toyota Sienna were not turning off after shutting off the car. I then discovered that the cushion stopper broke into pieces and I found them on the carpet under the steering wheel. I ordered the stopper and replaced it but the lights still remain on. Is there something that needs to be reset?

    • @freedompioneer4311
      @freedompioneer4311 3 месяца назад

      Is that stopper the brake light switch or different part?.. >> did you resolve this issue?

  • @cjason7202
    @cjason7202 9 месяцев назад +1

    My tail lights stay on but get brighter when i press the brake pedal .
    Could this be a bad switch or soemthing else ?

  • @user-uf9ex9yj4z
    @user-uf9ex9yj4z 3 месяца назад

    Great dear that was instructive

  • @kyledomany8808
    @kyledomany8808 3 месяца назад

    So I have a 2011 Audi a4 and I’m having trouble starting my car this more than likely is the reason #4 AND there’s a clicking noise in my back right brake light housing

  • @oldman4583
    @oldman4583 Год назад +2

    Great video, i enjoyed it

  • @magnoliaquint7718
    @magnoliaquint7718 Год назад +2

    Well what if I have replaced brake switch and stop fuse and the brake lights still aren't working ?

  • @GailRay-cf2fk
    @GailRay-cf2fk 17 дней назад +1

    My parking lights don't work but my brakes and other lights work

  • @vinmad6669
    @vinmad6669 Год назад +1

    WHY ? Doesn't auto zone sell longer oil dip sticks ?
    Mine don't reach the oil any more

    • @vinmad6669
      @vinmad6669 Год назад

      Please help ....... I taped an extension piece on couple times but they keep falling off .....
      Now what ??

  • @inkedlord1999
    @inkedlord1999 Год назад +2

    Hi, great content, I already changed it 4 times but it keeps getting faulty and not working, if someone knows why that happens please help!!!

    • @davidlundmark9359
      @davidlundmark9359 Год назад +6

      Try change it a 5th time. And if that doesn't work, maybe a 6th time?

    • @freedompioneer4311
      @freedompioneer4311 3 месяца назад

      Update? What car and year also they say it's the shift interlock selenoid if not the switch

    • @melancholypuppy3595
      @melancholypuppy3595 2 месяца назад

      You should check your relays and fuses. If they're blown it will short the switch everytime

  • @donwilliams2526
    @donwilliams2526 11 месяцев назад +2

    Would my 3rd brake light on top of the lift gate still work if the switch is bad?

    • @zoefrauen3177
      @zoefrauen3177 11 месяцев назад +1

      Great question, because that is I am experiencing

    • @sun-deeroberts2624
      @sun-deeroberts2624 7 месяцев назад

      Mine won't turn off

    • @alexandriamullett1390
      @alexandriamullett1390 3 месяца назад +1

      did you ever find out what the problem was? my top one works but not the other 2.

    • @alexandriamullett1390
      @alexandriamullett1390 3 месяца назад

      @@zoefrauen3177 Did you ever figure it out?

    • @emildimov9251
      @emildimov9251 3 месяца назад

      My third brake light also works but other 2 don't. I thought my lights are out but they're not. Lexus gs450h 2008 year
      Anyone tried to fix this?

  • @GuttaTv1021
    @GuttaTv1021 2 месяца назад

    So my left tail light will admit light but it won’t illuminate the break nor the blinker. i can’t get out of park but I can start my car. But I can use cruise control. (After using manual shift.)

  • @vermasean
    @vermasean Год назад +4

    Nice explanation; Obligatory Liked and Sub’d 👍▶️

  • @tedlahm5740
    @tedlahm5740 Месяц назад

    fantastic information.

  • @mesranhobbies3799
    @mesranhobbies3799 Год назад

    Toyota Hilux reversed switch replacement model ( 2014 to 2016)

  • @SplashCannonball
    @SplashCannonball Год назад +1

    What about reverse lights not coming on? Brake lights still on. abs, traction control and tpms no longer operational but brake lights work. However, reverse lights have stopped

    • @Skipp4TIMEZ
      @Skipp4TIMEZ Год назад

      I just had this issue last night but I drive a 1984 Impala. My brake lights stayed on after I turned the car off. I disconnected the brake light switch, the lights went off.

    • @raulcastro1336
      @raulcastro1336 11 месяцев назад

      Can it also mess with acceleration as I heard that since the brake switch activated ABS it could be sending a signal and acceleration could be affected? There are times I am slowing down and when i let go of the brake and step im the accelerator it does not pick up. I have to let go of the accelerator and press again to pick up.

  • @meatwagon7908
    @meatwagon7908 Месяц назад

    Do all this go for the standard shift cars

  • @jorgepalacio2388
    @jorgepalacio2388 4 месяца назад +1

    I'm able to start my car and take it out of park...the only issue is the break lights...can it still be the break light switch?

    • @freedompioneer4311
      @freedompioneer4311 3 месяца назад

      >>HELLO! - My son replaced brake switch on a 08 ACURA TL, still stuck in park and no brake lights I am a little curious if he put it into the car correctly.
      The part that you got seems to be the right part but it's new and still does NOT WORK..
      ANY SUGGESTIONS MY FRIENDS??

    • @jorgepalacio2388
      @jorgepalacio2388 3 месяца назад

      @freedompioneer4311 my problem ended up being the turn signal switch....replaced it and now the brake lights work fine

  • @kuntul_burung
    @kuntul_burung 5 месяцев назад

    Very usefull information...!!!

  • @randomyoutube1277
    @randomyoutube1277 11 месяцев назад

    Hi on Honda CRV 2003 wen pressing brake pedal left signal comes on and of

  • @cmfj3120
    @cmfj3120 Год назад +1

    Can this effect key stuck in ignition?

  • @zzhughesd
    @zzhughesd 6 месяцев назад

    Don't think this causes a stall?? Thanks

  • @nguyenhoanghuy21
    @nguyenhoanghuy21 8 месяцев назад

    My Lexus es have problems with engine control system , When I push the gear lever to P, the wheel doesn't spin and the car doesn't move. Can you help me how to fix that thank you

  • @honeybee2356
    @honeybee2356 9 месяцев назад

    Awesome info thanks

  • @tearcars9908
    @tearcars9908 8 месяцев назад

    I have an issue where the brake pedal stays on even when foot is released, and I have to press the brakes again to be able to accelerate please help

  • @GMRHDD
    @GMRHDD 6 месяцев назад

    I have a 2015 300s awd and it’s throwing p1df3 and u11bc the u11bc is lost break switch message could that cause my car not to shift right when im coming to a stop. Or is that the other code the car shifts fine it just happens when im coming to a stop it kind of jolts forward when coming down from 3rd to 2nd gear

  • @RBG-tr9ce
    @RBG-tr9ce 2 месяца назад

    I have none of these symptoms and the warning light on my 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe remains on. Anyone have any ideas?

  • @scoobs6036
    @scoobs6036 6 месяцев назад

    My indicators are turning on when I brake? Could this be a brake switch? Not working cruise control too.
    Getting engine codes
    C1249
    Po475

  • @Esuper1
    @Esuper1 10 месяцев назад +1

    Anybody have one brake light staying on all the time but only one side. It's not the light bulb array as I switched it with the other and the problem remains on left side of vehicle.

    • @Yellowamber17
      @Yellowamber17 10 месяцев назад

      I’m having a similar issue , the brake light doesn’t come on when I hit the brakes but only on one side (the left).

  • @biffjohnson2076
    @biffjohnson2076 9 месяцев назад

    2003 Ford Taurus here. Has anyone seen intermittent brake lights? Just found this issue on my car. Sometimes I have trouble getting it out of park, but it does work when I jiggle the shift lever a little lol. Thanks!

    • @flowersfam3462
      @flowersfam3462 9 месяцев назад +1

      Hopefully someone answers your concern.
      My 2000 ford expedition 4.6L V8 Triton XLT won't shift back into park, drive or reverse. It will only go in neutral, 2 and 1 gears. And I can only start it in neutral.
      I can only drive in 2 and when I want to "park" I have to put it in neutral.
      I don't know if it's my shift interlock solenoid or something else.🤷🏽‍♀️ As a female I am learning to repair my own vehicle since I was ripped off once.

    • @biffjohnson2076
      @biffjohnson2076 9 месяцев назад +1

      @@flowersfam3462 ugh I’m sorry to hear about this! Maybe there is a web forum out there that may be able to address your specific concerns? Good luck!

    • @flowersfam3462
      @flowersfam3462 9 месяцев назад +1

      @@biffjohnson2076 Thanks. Hope so, I'm searching.

  • @justinmotorfix
    @justinmotorfix 2 года назад +1

    Awesome!

  • @arsalan5426
    @arsalan5426 Месяц назад

    Can it cause car loosing acceleration while driving? Cuz mine have this issue and theres no code. then I have to remove feet from accelerator and then press again and it works. And notice that my break light are keep getting on I have to jerk brake paddle couple of time then it feel light acceleration paddle , but it keep happening break is on speed start going down , I went to garage they can't find anything, they said it gear prob, some say it's supercharger prob bla bla , change the transmission oil cost 100$ 😑 but issue is there

  • @PierreBonzon-qm3nb
    @PierreBonzon-qm3nb 2 месяца назад

    I have a 2010 nissan teena and have low brake pressure on left back weel can anyone help

  • @stormewers2878
    @stormewers2878 Год назад

    Forgot about the turn signals

  • @Cashmere.Kufi_88
    @Cashmere.Kufi_88 Год назад

    Was this part always in cars? All the years of driving never heard of this part

  • @crlaw75
    @crlaw75 10 месяцев назад +1

    I prefer the key over the push button start.

  • @trellmoney1722
    @trellmoney1722 Год назад

    Thanks for the good information.

  • @angelzavala3179
    @angelzavala3179 Год назад

    2015 honda odyssey. Push start works fine but the break lights are NOT activating. Could the break switch allow the push start to operate while not activating the break lights? Horn is working fine, so I'm ruling out a fuse... popping in the switch later today, but I was curious if that was possible

    • @angelzavala3179
      @angelzavala3179 Год назад

      Great video also, BTW.

    • @western1328
      @western1328 Год назад +1

      2015 honda odyssey also same problem. Omg im glad I found someone with the same issue. I replaced the fuses and swapped the relay but still no brake light activation (all 3). All the other rear lights work and the horn works also.. did replacing the brake switch fix the problem?

  • @joshowawood1786
    @joshowawood1786 Год назад

    I’m not having any of these symptoms but my engine light is on for it?

  • @RayhouProm
    @RayhouProm 5 месяцев назад

    Got my car back from the dealership and my break lights don’t turn on when pressing them. I have a Lexus es 350 2015 the fuses are all okay none are blown out. But all break lights don’t work. The weird part was they worked before sending it into the dealership when I got it back they didn’t work anymore. I really do hope it’s just a faulty break switch or something not too expensive. I got rear ended but didn’t damage any components.
    Any device on what else could be wrong? Really don’t want to spend 400-800 on repairs

    • @melancholypuppy3595
      @melancholypuppy3595 2 месяца назад

      You need to demand the dealership fix it that shouldn't happen at all

    • @RayhouProm
      @RayhouProm 2 месяца назад +1

      @@melancholypuppy3595 figured it out the dealership was trying to charge 3k but ended up fixing it at home by slapping the trunk and figured out the wire was clenched by a screw. Re wrapped in electric tape and brake lights work again.

  • @johnnygufford8731
    @johnnygufford8731 4 месяца назад

    Can it cuase poor acceleration?

    • @wildatheart3182
      @wildatheart3182 2 месяца назад

      They go into limp mode. Once fixed it’s normal. Ours is experiencing this so parked til we get the part

  • @kochoooo556
    @kochoooo556 Год назад

    My cruise control doesn’t turn on, and when I’m braking my brake lights will flash but then turn off, I have to press hard to get my brake lights to turn on when stopped at a light. Even then they’ll still flicker or turn off.
    SOMETIMES when I try to put my truck into gear I have to press down pretty hard on the brakes to get it into gear. Is this a brake switch issue or something else?

    • @akii0077
      @akii0077 Год назад

      Yes replace brake light switch

    • @akii0077
      @akii0077 Год назад

      Use electric spray and try

  • @dancearoundtheworld5360
    @dancearoundtheworld5360 Год назад

    04 accord
    I only got on left out and bulbs are fine and no fuse is blown
    I'll check if Cruise control works

  • @jimmywarden6320
    @jimmywarden6320 Год назад

    But what if the brake light as in the parking brake light flashes

    • @jimmywarden6320
      @jimmywarden6320 Год назад

      @@iceobi3524 yes I had to release the brake lever and pull the pedal up

    • @jimmywarden6320
      @jimmywarden6320 Год назад

      Saw a video of a guy that owned a 3rd gen and he had the same problem and I thought it might work for me

    • @jimmywarden6320
      @jimmywarden6320 Год назад

      @@iceobi3524 sir try to disconnect your battery for a few mintues and reconnect

  • @native167
    @native167 Год назад

    I fixed my brake light but caused my lights but now my brkaes locked up to my car recently

  • @guttaboizent
    @guttaboizent 10 месяцев назад

    WHAT ABOUT THE TAiL LiGHTS
    IF THEY DONT COME ON BUT WHEN YOU HiT BRAKES THEY DO

    • @Content-deleted562
      @Content-deleted562 10 месяцев назад

      That's the same problem my dad has in his car