The brake lights remain on all the time. Not sure what the issue is. Please help.
Jan 6, 2009 at 6:59 AM
Brake lights stay on
1998 DODGE INTREPID
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This issue is most likely the brake light switch has shorted and keeps the brake lights on.
Here is a guide that will talk about how this switch works:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-a-brake-light-switch-works
I would suggest starting with adjusting the switch as it may just need to be backed off a touch. However, if this doesn't work then you will need to replace it.
I attached the process for both of these below. Please let us know if you have questions. Thanks
Here is a guide that will talk about how this switch works:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-a-brake-light-switch-works
I would suggest starting with adjusting the switch as it may just need to be backed off a touch. However, if this doesn't work then you will need to replace it.
I attached the process for both of these below. Please let us know if you have questions. Thanks
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Jul 6, 2021 at 4:12 PM
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