Why do the brake lights stay on when you release the pedal?
Why do the brake lights stay on when you release the pedal?
How to stop the brake lights from staying on when the brake pedal is released on a 2004 to 2007 GM Chevy Malibu. This automotive how-to guide was specifically written to assist owners of the 2004, 2005, 2006 & 2007 GM Chevrolet Malibu in fixing the problem where the brake lights stay on even with the brake pedal released.
How to fix brake lights that are staying on?
If your brake lights are staying on and running your car battery down and you don’t know how to fix them or your can’t get the brake stop pad that you need, then follow what I do on this video. You can fix your brakes for a few cents and not have to special order any oem parts for your car. Loading…
Do you have to start the car to see the brake lights?
There is no need to start the car for this. In fact, the brake lights might be receiving power regardless of whether the car is on or off, so this step may not apply. Use a torch (a head-mounted lamp works great here) to see the business end of the brake pedal.
Where is the brake light switch on my car?
Fuse Box and Light Switch. You have to find the fuse box or the power distribution center (PDC). You will get the fuse panel under the dashboard and the PDC under the hood. The brake light switch is also to be found under the dashboard and check if its plunger touches the brake pedal arm.
Do you turn brake lights on or off?
Turn the key in the ignition to the ‘On’ state, so the car’s electricals power up. There is no need to start the car for this. In fact, the brake lights might be receiving power regardless of whether the car is on or off, so this step may not apply. Use a torch (a head-mounted lamp works great here) to see the business end of the brake pedal.
How to stop the brake lights from staying on when the brake pedal is released on a 2004 to 2007 GM Chevy Malibu. This automotive how-to guide was specifically written to assist owners of the 2004, 2005, 2006 & 2007 GM Chevrolet Malibu in fixing the problem where the brake lights stay on even with the brake pedal released.
What does it mean when your brake light is stuck?
While under the dashboard, press in on the pedal or on the button itself and see if the button pops back out when you release it. If it doesn’t, it likely means that the button is sticking in the “on” position. If the button is sticking in the “on” position, it will leave the brake light on all the time.
Why are the brake lights not working but the tail lights are?
Blown out light bulbs are the most common reason for why the brake lights not working but the tail lights are. Remove the screws from the bulb lens (which you can access through the trunk or see your vehicle repair manual to get the exact location). Push the bulbs and turn them counterclockwise to remove from the socket.
