1998 Volkswagen Beetle Repair Question
Topics covered: Brake light switch, Brake lights, Brakes.
Mileage: 110,000 miles.
Mileage: 110,000 miles.
Asked on December 17, 2012
Volkswagen Beetle Brake light switch Problem
Hi. I have a 1998 VW New Beetle. My brake lights stay illuminated when I'm not using the brakes. I have removed the brake light switch but they are still illuminated to replace it but they are still illuminated so I'm not sure that's the problem. What do you think?
Asked by kayonawinkAnswer
Replied on December 17, 2012
did the lights stay on when you unplug to switch?
Replied on December 17, 2012
yes they did. does that mean its a different problem?
Replied on December 19, 2012
make sure you have the correct bulbs are in the sockets.you will need a test light or multimeter to check this problem.if you unplug the brake switch the light should go out. Check the voltage on both wires at the brake light switch. One should have power and one should have ground.remove the rear bulbs and check for power and ground at the sockets.