Brake Lamp: Testing and Inspection
PARTS LOCATION
TROUBLESHOOTING
The table above will be useful for you in troubleshooting these electrical problems. The most likely causes of the malfunction are shown in the order of their probability. Inspect each part in the order shown and replace the part when it is found to be faulty.
STOP LIGHT SWITCH INSPECTION
1. INSPECT SWITCH CONTINUITY
If continuity is not as specified, replace the switch.
2. INSPECT SWITCH CIRCUIT
Disconnect the connector from the switch and inspect the connector on the wire harness side, as shown.
If circuit is not as specified, inspect the power source or wire harness.
LIGHT FAILURE SENSOR INSPECTION
INSPECT SENSOR CIRCUIT
Disconnect the connector from the sensor and inspect the connector on the wire harness side, as shown.
If the circuit is not as specified, inspect the circuits connected to other parts.