Brake Light Symptom Diagnosis

2013 Suzuki SX4 Crossover, Automatic CVT TransSECTION Brake Light Symptom Diagnosis
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Suzuki SX4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
BRAKE LIGHT SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS

Condition Possible Cause Action
Brake light do not light up  Bulb(s) blown Replace bulb(s)  .
Circuit fuse blown Replace fuse and check for short circuit  .
Brake light switch faulty Check brake light switch referring to BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH INSPECTION .
Wiring or grounding faulty Repair circuit  .
Brake light stay on  Brake light switch faulty Check or adjust brake light switch referring to BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH INSPECTION or BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH ADJUSTMENT .
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