1997 BMW 328 brake light circuit check computer

1997 BMW 328
120,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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PILOTMIKE
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Hi, I keep getting the brake circuit fail message, but the brake lights seem to work. However, occasionally they don't work at all. What else is there to check other than the bulbs which are new.
Jun 2, 2010 at 8:18 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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Simply replace the brake light switch and the problem will be solved.
Jun 3, 2010 at 8:59 AM
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ALETHEA
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Hi
would you know how much and how long it would take to repair it?
Jul 31, 2012 at 4:33 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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NTE 50 bucks and a half hour
Jan 3, 2013 at 6:02 AM
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