Brake light issue...

[Pict]

So the brake lights on my ute have stopped working.

Cruise Control still de-activates when I touch the brake though... so this leads me to believe its not the switch - what do you guys think?

Any ideas? What to look at first?

[robbyj]

the globe?

[Mr Hardware]

its only ever one of three things
brake light switch
fuse
bulbs

the second two take 5 mins to work out
if its not them, then it's your switch

simple as that

[SirHenry]

Cruise control is on the horn fuse circuit not brake amigo.

I remember when I did my horn pad and took the fuse out no cruise control until I replaced the horn pad and put the fuse back.

[Pict]

Ok so it's not the switch, jumpered the plug and brake lights didnt light up.

It doesnt appear to be the globes either, I bought the wrong type, but when I looked at the ones currently in the car not noticeably blown or anything.

The fuse also seems to be ok..

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I don't know where to look next!!

[Fordman]

If it was me id buy the right globe and try anyway, there only 3 bux anyway.

[Pict]

Eh. Bit the bullet, $12 for a new switch from Repco - has resolved the issue.

Thanks guys for everything.

Mr Hardware, I should have just listened :P

[Mr Hardware]

Originally Posted by Pict

Mr Hardware, I should have just listened :P

The number of times i hear that....

Good to hear it's all sorted mate

[SirHenry]

Originally Posted by Pict

Eh. Bit the bullet, $12 for a new switch from Repco - has resolved the issue.

Thanks guys for everything.

Mr Hardware, I should have just listened :P

Brake light switches suck.

I wonder what is the worst part made for an AU, would be door Actuator or Brake light switch

[Mr Hardware]

actuator by far
because you can change a brake light switch in 5 mins for $20, you certainly can't do that with an actuator.

[JC]

Originally Posted by Mr Hardware

actuator by far
because you can change a brake light switch in 5 mins for $20, you certainly can't do that with an actuator.

Actuator is 15 mins and $65, so on par for $ per minute!

[sleeper393]

Originally Posted by SirHenry

Brake light switches suck.

I wonder what is the worst part made for an AU, would be door Actuator or Brake light switch

i'll second that for door actuators , rears mostly

[TheInterceptor]

ah speaking of door actuators,

anyone know if the rear actuators are the same for a sedan and wagon? or they different?
sorry for the slight thread jack

[Mr Hardware]

Originally Posted by JC

Actuator is 15 mins and $65, so on par for $ per minute!

ahaha
well played sir

[TK-421]

Hi all another brake light question my brake lights only work when a lot of pressure is applied to the pedal, so when i brake normally they dont come on. If the switch is the problem are they adjustable as to required force to activate?

thanks.

[sheppy]

Originally Posted by EF4.0

Hi all another brake light question my brake lights only work when a lot of pressure is applied to the pedal, so when i brake normally they dont come on. If the switch is the problem are they adjustable as to required force to activate?

thanks.

Is it a genuine Motorcraft switch? I had this problem when I used a cheapo switch

[Mr Hardware]

EF4.0, the switches are so cheap, just replace it.

[TK-421]

Well i replaced the switch and problem solved. I chose the after market switch which cost me $20 or $49.50 if i wanted genuine. I really appreciate the tips and knowledge gained from this site.

Thanks EF4.0.

[scottc]

Hey everyone,

just wondering where the switch is located? I can't find it in my Max Ellery manual?

Also wondering what fuse is the brake light fuse?

Sorry for the stupid questions

[scottc]

Sorry, I think I found it, on the pedal up in the foot well.