1998 Ford Escort Brake Lights

1998 FORD ESCORT
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ACIDSIX
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Brakes problem
1998 Ford Escort Manual 250000 miles
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I got 1998 Ford Escort LX and i just got back from droping off a friend at the airport and half way back my service engine light came on so when i get home i turn off the car, lights and all, and noticed that my brake lights were still on as if i was pushing on the brake. i dont know much about cars and i tryed to disconnect the battery and reconnect it and the lights just came on again, i disconnected the battery again and left it so i wouldnt drain the battery. dont wana take it in if i can fix it my self. what can i do?
Aug 8, 2008 at 6:18 AM
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BMRFIXIT
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by disconnecting the battery u cleared the computer memory
and u have to wait until check engine light come back on and have it scanned for code s
check gas cap make sure its on and tight



AS for the brake light u may need the brake light switch
check it its located at top of the brake paddle

good luck
Aug 9, 2008 at 12:10 AM
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