I had the same problem, on top of the brake peddle there is a switch that you have to replace, it is pretty clear with a flashlight, It knows when the peddle goes down, in my car it was white.
The E brake is on?
Replace the flasher relay.
headlights and dash lights in 2001 sunfire wont turn on.
multi function switch( turn signal, lites etc)
Check fuse for parking lights Check headlight switch if replacement required also replace harness--they heat up and don't make good connection on new switch
You might have a bad brake light switch. If you don't have brake lights the switch is bad. When your brake light switch isn't working it wont send a signal to the shift solenoid.
In addition to moving the tensioner pulley, you might have to loosen the alternator to gain a little more slack space.
Are you more interested in the lights going on or the car driving? Just curious.
You need to CHECK the brake light FUSE with a test light. If the fuse is okay then check the brake light switch. That is just above the steering column under the dash. It is H..L to get to.
00 cavalier headlight have dual filliment bulbs so one of the 2 can be burnt without affecting the other or it an electrical problem, either fuse, wire, connector or relay.
stuck parking brake/stuck brake caliper
is your e-brake on?