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Brake Light stay on

Old 11-28-2006, 10:03 PM
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Brake Light stay on

Went out this am to my truck was -28'c and my brake lights were on long enough to dran the batteries this has happened last winter only when really cold...tonite I pulled the fuse so this does not leave me stranded again! anyone had this problem?
Old 11-28-2006, 11:13 PM
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I would think it's your brake light switch under the pedal sticking on. You could try shimming it up a bit or get a new one.
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Not sure on an '02 but the brake light switch for a 12 valve only costs $10 at Napa.
Replace it.
Old 11-30-2006, 07:41 PM
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The older 12 valve brake light switches can be adjusted as well, don't know about the 02. Reach under the dash along the brake pedal and feel for a plunger back towards the dash. Depress brake pedal with your forearm and pull the plunger out a few clicks. I've had to adjust mine twice in three years, once for brake lights and once to get the cruise control to work
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ok found the problem

it's the switch I will replace it this weekend for now I just take to fuse out at night
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Make sure you don't pull the tab out before installing. Read the instruction sheet in the bag before you decide to say "hmmm, I wonder what this little thingy is for", don't ask how I know this . . .
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good tip thanks...went to napa today they dont even list the thing so will have to go down to dealership tomorrow am
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The guy at napa doesn't know jack. Tough to get good help these days.

http://www.napaonline.com/masterpage...itch&VehCode=Y

and autozone part # CR4854 $15
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Napa number is ECHSL100
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