Brake lights not working, only center lights up

Tiny
BOZAE
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  • 2005 CHEVROLET IMPALA
  • 3.6L
  • V6
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 150,000 MILES
With the brake pedal applied, only the center exterior break light turns on. Bulbs have been replaced.
Thursday, July 25th, 2019 AT 7:22 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hello,

It sounds like the flasher module is out which causes this problem. The hazard switch is the flasher. here are wiring diagrams so you can see how the system works and how to replace the switch:

To be sure here is a guide to show you how to check for power:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-test-light-circuit-tester

Please run down this guide and report back.

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Saturday, July 27th, 2019 AT 2:07 PM

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