So if my brake lights stay on after i turn off my car do I need to replace the brake light switch or can I just tighten it or what?

 

I had this happen the other day, just the passenger side. I turned the light switch on and off and it cured the problem.

 

Weird! I guess i'm gonna have to take the panel off this weekend and check it out

 

OK my car died. Can anybody give me a quick run down as to how to fix. I've seen a diy from Jeffs TT page but its not really good.

 

the break peddle switch has to be replaced ( unless it came out of its holder ) its a push and twist type switch so it cant be set or adjusted, if the break lights are on all the time chances are its came out or the switch is bad

 

fix for what?

 

So I have to take off the dashboard underneath and look for it connected to my brake pedal? Do you have any actual pictures as opposed to the "Blown up" picture of the whole brake pedal? I hate those pictures, i can never understand them. I just took out the fuse to turn them off and put it back in and they didnt come on so maybe i'll do that until i can figure it out.

 

Removing and installing ABS/ESP ITT Mark 20 system components[/align]Removing and installing brake light switch (square housing)[/align]
Note:
To ensure a secure fitting, the switch may be installed only once.
Removing

‒Remove storage compartment on driver's side. [/ul]











‒Unplug electrical connector.
‒→ Remove brake light switch -1- by turning anti-clockwise through 90°. [/ul]









Installing
Install in reverse sequence; note the following points:

‒Pull brake light switch plunger fully out.
‒Press brake pedal down as far as possible by hand.
‒→ Guide switch through fitting hole and secure by turning 90°clockwise -arrows-.
‒Release brake pedal.
‒Ensure proper function of brake lights when brake pedal is pressed and released[/ul]

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Sweet! thanks! I love you techies!! Not in that way though lol

 

I'd try cleaning before I went to replacing. If the lights are staying on, its probaby that the plunger is stuck in. Might be as simple as popping it back out, and cleaning the junk out of it. You gotta notice how dirty it gets down there, you track dirt in every time you get it.