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31-07-2010, 12:15 AM
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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? |
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31-07-2010, 01:12 AM
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Rob
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the globe?
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31-07-2010, 09:51 AM
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Flairs - Truckers Delight
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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
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31-07-2010, 11:06 AM
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Falcon Unbelievable!
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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. |
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31-07-2010, 01:26 PM
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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.. :\ I don't know where to look next!! |
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31-07-2010, 02:20 PM
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
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If it was me id buy the right globe and try anyway, there only 3 bux anyway.
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31-07-2010, 02:29 PM
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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 |
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31-07-2010, 02:40 PM
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 Good to hear it's all sorted mate
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01-08-2010, 11:32 AM
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Falcon Unbelievable!
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I wonder what is the worst part made for an AU, would be door Actuator or Brake light switch |
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01-08-2010, 05:29 PM
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01-08-2010, 12:56 PM
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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.
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01-08-2010, 05:06 PM
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01-08-2010, 09:15 PM
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well played sir
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01-08-2010, 08:52 PM
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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
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31-08-2010, 07:52 AM
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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. |
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31-08-2010, 09:17 AM
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31-08-2010, 10:29 AM
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EF4.0, the switches are so cheap, just replace it.
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01-09-2010, 01:07 AM
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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. |
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15-03-2011, 04:45 PM
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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 
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15-03-2011, 04:52 PM
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Sorry, I think I found it, on the pedal up in the foot well.
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Brake light issue...
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