Solved: brake light repairs

Sunday, June 17, 2012

2007 KIA Rio: Brake Light Fuse Box Diagram?

Brake lights not operating.First check the fuse controlling the Brake lights.

See the fuse box diagram shown below:-----

The fuse for the brake lights is labeled "STOP" in the fuse box. If the fuse is good, and still no brake lights, then commonly, the Stop Lamp Switch, located at the top of the brake pedal arm is the culprit. Inspect the electrical conenctor for any loose, broken or damaged wires. Inspect that the alignment of the switch is correct. If the visual inspection checks ok, replace the switch.

The fuse box diagram is shown below:---
fuse box instrument panel

If fuse checked pout ok or if you replace the fuse and still the same problem then replace Stop lamp switch/Brake light switch.

The Switch is Readily available in any store. Due to it being electrical in nature, i'd suggest a "better quality" parts store like NAPA or from any branded part store or original part from dealer.

See the switch location image below:-----

To replace the switch.
Unplug the elecrical connector and unscrew the switch from the bracket. Just make sure to align correctly when installing the new switch. With the brake pedal depressed, the "plunger" on the switch should be at full extension.

This details will help.

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Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Car brake light Functions and details?

Automobile brake lights are designed to warn the drivers behind you that your automobile will be slowing down or stopping. Fundamentally cars have brake lights, on rear of the automobile & on the upper level roof line. The third brake light also called Cyclops light is inter-graded for additional safety.

A brake light electrical technique involves a simple positive & ground technique controlled by a brake light switch.

The brake light electrical circuit is protected by fuse. The brake light switch is connected to the brake pedal. The brake light switch rests in the open position & closed (electrical contacts connected) when the brake pedal is activated. You can fine-tune the brake light switch by moving the main switch housing within the metal bracket. On some automobile models the brake light switches have additional functions like cruise control brake sensor & ignition key interlock function.

The red brake lens can melt/burn when the brake lights are kept on for longer period. This also affects the brake light bulb holder as well.

The American automobile makers have incorporated the brake light circuit in to the turn signal technique, & vice versa.

The Japanese & European manufacturers design the brake & turn signal electrical systems separately. For this reason troubleshooting the same issue will be slightly different from the different styles of manufacturing.

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