my brake lights won't switch off, I have an Hyundai Excel 2000 model

2000 HYUNDAI EXCEL
160,000 MILES
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SHANO61
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I pulled up yesterday afternoon at a friends place and the brake lights were on, I've found the only way I can turn them off is to disconnect the fuse. I need the car for work so I'm currently driving without rear brake lights...help
Feb 9, 2012 at 10:52 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Check the brake switch follow the brake pedal arm it will take you to the switch
Feb 9, 2012 at 10:56 PM
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SHANO61
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I had already read that on the site, I was hoping for something more indepth??
Feb 9, 2012 at 11:00 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Disconnect the brake switch and see what happens
Feb 9, 2012 at 11:02 PM
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