Hatch lights not working

2007 AUDI Q7
55,000 MILES
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ONEILLKATHI
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Need to know which ECM or power source controls the lights in the hatch? The third brake light works, the hatch release and the license plate lights all work, and the bulbs are new. Only the row of lights in the hatch are not working. Does not seem to be getting power to them. Any ideas?
Sep 3, 2013 at 3:22 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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For all who have the same problems. If your rear lights work but the tailgate lights do not check the tailgate sensor or sensor connection. The lights on the tailgate (hatch) are supposed to work when it is closed. If the sensor is not functioning, the car will not know that the hatch is closed that is why only the rear light on the rear bumper work. I had the same problem and turned out that I forgot to connect back the tailgate sensor.
Sep 7, 2013 at 4:11 PM
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ONEILLKATHI
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Thank you mhpautos! We found the problem and were able to fix it.
Sep 10, 2013 at 1:36 PM
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NUJARM
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Hello, how did you fix it? please I have same problem. My q7 2008 brake lights do not work, all others yes but those do not! :( All fuses new and bulbs new but nothing.
Jun 24, 2015 at 5:15 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Check that the brake light switch located at the top of the brake pedal under the dash is working, start here.
Jun 25, 2015 at 4:44 AM
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MHPAUTOS
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Thanks it is great to get feedback on problems that have been solved this helps everyone.
Aug 14, 2016 at 10:01 PM
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STRAILER
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Hello everyone,

There is a brake light relay that will work with the tail lights as well. Below are some wiring diagrams that show the fuses involved to help get the problem fixed.

Please let us know happens so it will help others.

Best, Ken
Dec 1, 2016 at 3:33 PM