1997 Chevy S-10 brake light

1997 CHEVROLET S-10
166,008 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
Avatar
QUADRIDER60
  • MEMBER
  • 3 POSTS
when i lightly push on my brake peddle the lights come on but if i push harder they go out but then they do not work at all. the tail lights and the turn signals work fine all of the time and i do belive the brake light and turn signal are the same bulb. thank you
Feb 15, 2009 at 10:56 AM
Advertisement
Avatar
BLUELIGHTNIN6
  • ✓Experienced Mechanic
  • 16,542 POSTS
need to inspect your brake light switch, mounted on top of brake pedal. suspect that it is out of adjustment or needs replacing.



Thanks for using 2CarPros.com!
Feb 15, 2009 at 11:11 AM
Avatar
RASMATAZ
  • ✓Experienced Mechanic
  • 75,988 POSTS
Check the brake switch sounds like its defective if its doing that.
Feb 15, 2009 at 11:11 AM
Avatar
QUADRIDER60
  • MEMBER
  • 3 POSTS
thank you thats what i thought it was
Feb 19, 2009 at 4:28 AM
Add a reply
Join 2CarPros for free, one of the most advanced car repair communities on the internet. From first-time drivers to seasoned mechanics, everyone is welcome to reply, share details, and get better answers. You can add a temporary image or video first; uploads are limited to 20 MB.

Ask a new question

Frequently Asked Problems for This Vehicle