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  1. 30th January 2010, 03:08 PM #1
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    Brake lights not working

    Hi all

    Just noticed that my brake lights are not working on my 1998 130 HCPU.

    When I first picked up the car early last year, the previous owner had replaced the original brake lights with crap LED units that just stuck on with velcro.

    I ordered original lights from British Off Road and install them. Ever since I installed these I have had trouble. I have been using bulbs with off set pins, but when the lights not working first arose, I fiddled with the bulb and they seemed to work albeit a bit hit and miss.

    Now both sides are not working. I tried a test light and nothing - even the trailer plug had nothing, so I checked the fuse and replaced it anyway, but still nothing.

    What am I missing? Is there a switch on the brake pedal?

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  2. 30th January 2010, 03:37 PM #2
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    I'm guessing there would be a switch of some sort on the pedal other wise how would your lights no to illuminate when you put the brakes on
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  3. 30th January 2010, 04:08 PM #3
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    Sorry...poor wording.

    I meant to say where is the switch? I had a quick look but looks like I will have to dig further.

    Is it common for these switches to let go on a Defender? I have never replaced one before on any car that I have owned.

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    it may be just the connection to the switch on the pedal tower.


    the'yve been known to corrode and let go before today.
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  5. 1st February 2010, 05:10 AM #5
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    Do the lights work as driving lights ie come on when you put your lights on? Are they bright or dim?
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