Brake lights won't go out

Tiny
TCMEHLHORN
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  • 1994 HONDA ACCORD
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
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  • 130,000 MILES
1994 Accord-brake lights won't go out, I have replaced the switch-anyone got a clue?
Sunday, August 21st, 2011 AT 9:56 PM

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Tiny
WRENCHTECH
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The rubber bumper for the switch to land against has probably fallen off. You can get a new one at the dealer.
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Monday, May 17th, 2021 AT 12:36 PM
Tiny
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Yup, that was it-thanks! Temp fix with metal putty and a nickel!
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Monday, May 17th, 2021 AT 12:36 PM
Tiny
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Do the lights go out if you unplug the switch? If so, it's either misadjusted or sticking.
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Monday, May 17th, 2021 AT 12:36 PM
Tiny
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I like Wrenchtech's answer better, especially since he was right.
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Monday, May 17th, 2021 AT 12:36 PM
Tiny
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LOL, thanks Doc. I've seen it many times.
Another thing that works good is a plastic push pin like the ones use to hold plastic shields on.
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Monday, May 17th, 2021 AT 12:36 PM
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Ensure the putty is not too thickas there must be sufficient clearance between the switch and stopper.
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Monday, May 17th, 2021 AT 12:36 PM

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