Is there a button above the brake pedal?
Above the pedal should be a button, with 2 wires coming out of it. When your pedal is up, the button will be pressed all the way down, as you press the pedal, be button will release. At some point this button turns on your tail lights.
Why is the brake light not working on my Harley?
The running light is controlled by the main light circuit and fuse. I would check the wiring harness inside the rear fender for damage. You can also disconnect the rear light harness under the seat and apply B+ to the light terminals to make sure the harness is good. If I jumper the rear switches the brake light doesn’t work at all.
What’s the name of the brake light switch?
Brake pedal sensor, brake pedal position sensor, brake pedal position switch…there are a number of names for this switch. Bottom line, this sensor activates the brake lights when the brake pedal is depressed. (B) Choosing the best oil filter: Wix XP / Amsoil / Royal Purple..
What to do if your pedal switch is not adjustable?
Use a mirror or have a friend watch to ensure you have the proper adjustment and they do not stay on when you are not touching the pedal. In the case the switch is not adjustable, you have 3 options. Replace the switch with a new one to see if it is any better. Modify the switch.
Why are my brake lights not working on my Harley?
I noticed the brake light wasn’t working with either the foot pedal or the lever on the handlebar. The lights are on while running but do not get brighter when using the brakes. So far I: -jumped the 2 connectors that attach to the rear brake light switch. I used a test light to make sure one of the connectors was working and it was.
Is it dangerous to drive with brake lights not working?
Driving at night with either brake lights or tail lights not working is dangerous for you and other drivers on the road. It takes a long time to notice when the brake lights not working but tail lights are or vice versa. It is so because you won’t know what is happening in the backside while driving until someone points it out.
Where are the brake lights on my car?
You will get the fuse panel under the dashboard and the PDC under the hood. The brake light switch is also to be found under the dashboard and check if its plunger touches the brake pedal arm. Any problem with the fuse box and light switch will affect the brake lights.
Why is the brake light on my Badlands not working?
Oh and BTW this is a NEW brake light assembly and I know the bulb works because I hooked it up to a stand by battery for a quick second to make sure. The turns and run/brake light are on different circuits so the Badlands module shouldn’t affect the run/brake lights.