What to do if your brake pedal switch is missing?
If your brake pedal switch bumper is broken or missing, you will need a replacement brake pedal switch bumper. If the bumper is intact, you may need a brake light switch. Now that you’ve diagnosed the issue, fixing the problem yourself is simple. Go to an auto parts store or Honda dealership and ask for a brake pedal switch bumper.
Why are my door locks on my del Sol not working?
Door lock mechanisms can get stiff and in need of lubrication and possibly rebending some rods that have “stretched” over time. You’ll see the door lock pivot doesn’t move easily and/or gets stuck partially closed/open when operating the locks via the power switch.
What causes brake lights to go out but lower lights work?
If the plunger of the switch does not contact the pedal, check for an adjustment. In rare instances, the brake booster may fail, and the pedal will not rise enough to contact the switch. Pull up on the brake pedal and if the lights go out, switch mis-alignment or pedal position error is the likely cause.
What are the common issues with a Honda del Sol?
Drivers seat outside bolsters broken down and/or badly worn depending on how a person gets in/out. Door armrest vinyl has shrunk and pulled away or cracked where people arms naturally rest on the door panels. Both sides. Roof panel and door seals/rubbers are often not maintained well.
If the plunger of the switch does not contact the pedal, check for an adjustment. In rare instances, the brake booster may fail, and the pedal will not rise enough to contact the switch. Pull up on the brake pedal and if the lights go out, switch mis-alignment or pedal position error is the likely cause.
What to do when your third brake light is not working?
When the lower lights do not come on and only the third-brake light works, the brake-light switch may be ruled out. Again try the emergency-flashers to check for wiring, socket and lamp problems. If the flashers work, check for blown fuses as a few vehicles use separate circuits for the lower and third brake lights.
What happens to the brake light when the pedal is depressed?
The brake-lamp portion of the switch will show continuity when the brake pedal is depressed. When we release the brake pedal, it returns to the up-position. In this position, the brake light switch changes to an open-circuit. If continuity is indicated when released, or open-circuit shows when depressed,…
Can a bad brake light cancel a turn signal?
With a bad turn-signal switch, the third-light should still function. On this type system, the turn signals and brakes use the same circuit. When we use the turn signal switch, it cancels the brake light signal, on the side selected.