2427512 - I14 BRAKE LIGHTS AND THIRD BRAKE LIGHT NOT WORKING

The side brake lights are activated by the Body Computer Node controlled by the brake switch The third brake light is activated directly by the switch
Results of the tests
1BRAKE LIGHTS ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT CHECKAll OKProblems metOperation

Check, in order:

  • fuse;
  • connections between DASHBOARD control unit and brake pedal switch;
  • connections between DASHBOARD control unit and bulbs;
  • bulb earth See   E2021  BRAKE LIGHTS
Continue to Step 2Defective componentReplace the component involved (if a fuse is involved, search for the cause of the problem)
Connections brokenRestore the connections: See   E2021  BRAKE LIGHTS
Faulty earthRestore the earth contact See   E2021  BRAKE LIGHTS
2CHECK ON BRAKE PEDAL SWITCHAll OKProblems metOperation
Check that the brake pedal switch is fitted correctly and working See   E2021  BRAKE LIGHTS Continue to Step 3Switch fastening / adjustment incorrectAdjust the switch
Switch fastening / adjustment incorrectReplace the switch
3CHECKING FACIA CONTROL UNITAll OKProblems metOperation
Check the continuity of the facia control unit internal circuit See   E2021  BRAKE LIGHTS Continue to Step 4Facia control unit circuit brokenChange the facia junction unit
4CHECK ON CORRECT OPERATIONAll OKProblems metOperation
Check that all the brake lights come onEnd of diagnosis