Where is the brake light switch on a VW Golf?
After checking your fuses, you should examine your brake light switch. In 2006 Volkswagen redesigned the switch and moved it to the brake master cylinder. The new design brake light switch is located on the brake master cylinder.
What to do if your brake light switch fails?
If you find you have no brake lights one of the most common solutions to the problem is the brake light switch. These switches fail often. After checking your fuses, you should examine your brake light switch. In 2006 Volkswagen redesigned the switch and moved it to the brake master cylinder.
How to reset the ABS warning light on a VW Golf?
To be exactly sure where the fault is, you should use the iCarsoft i908 VW OBD Code Reader kit. Once the fault is repaired you can use the iCarsoft i908 VW OBD Code Reader to reset the trouble codes and reset the ABS warning light in your Golf.
How can I diagnose a fault in a VW Golf?
You can diagnose the fault by using the iCarsoft i908 VW OBD Code Reader kit. It will give you a fault description, and a unique code which you can use to replace the faulty part.
What should I do if my brake lights are not working?
Keep brake pedal in up position (IMPORTANT! hold pedal up if necessary while installing switch). Guide switch through mounting hole (only fits in one position). Seat switch fully into opening (pressing plunger against pedal to adjust. Seat switch by turning it 45 clockwise.
How do you replace a brake light switch?
Jim, check you brake light switch. Check on here for more information. To replace the switch :” On the new brake switches you START with the plunger all the way out. Holding the brake pedal UP install the brake switch and turn until it latches. This will set the Plunger in the correct spot.
Why are my tail lights not working but brake lights are working?
Burnt out light bulbs – The other reason your tail lights are not working but your headlights are maybe a blown bulb. When the filament inside the bulb breaks it cannot illuminate the gas enclosed within the glass cover. This burnt-out bulb does not affect the circuitry of the light system and it continues to function normally.