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Old 06-04-2014, 07:30 PM
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I have a 2005 elantra & noticed my brake lights were not disengaging after lights were off, & keys were out of (ignition. Is it my brake switch? Is islt easy to repair?
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First thing is to test the switch. If it opens/closes the circuit properly, the next thing I'd think to check is a relay. I don't know about the 2005 in particular, but most cars I've dealt with have a switch actually mounted ON the brake pedal arm. Get upside-down under the steering wheel with a flashlight and multimeter, and have a look.
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wires touching metal on your car can do this After fixing a recent issue.. could be a direct connection or else the lights would blink and flicker because of coming in and out of contact with




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