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Can the need for an alignment cause a car's brake warning lights to NOT go off when they should be?
The brake lights are usually operated from an operating switch off the brake mechanism. It is most often a switch on or near the pedal, though a number of variations are also found. The switch has some kind of adjustment so that it will be activated and deactivated at the "right" time when the pedal is depressed and released. When the pedal is pushed down, the brake light circuit is powered up (through the turn signals, of course). When the brake pedal is released, the switch is opened and the brake lights should go off.
If the brake lights do not go off, it has nothing to do with the wheels or any alignment issues. This is an electrical problem, and it centers on the operating switch and associated circuits. Remember that the brake lights are not an "isolated circuit" but work through the turn signals and flashers. Look at the brake light switch and how it is set up and adjusted. If this is all good, then look through the rest of the electrical system for the cause of the problem.
What else can I help you with?
What is the warning light that looks like the brake lights are on on a 1999 Camry dashboard?
That warning light means a light bulb is out. Check all of your brake lights (including the brake light on the rear dash!)
Are the license plate lights in the warning circuit for the brake lights of your 1986 Honda Prelude?
No, the license plate light is wired in with the rear tail lights, not the brake lights.
Cause of BMW 525i brake light circuit warning?
The good news is the brake lights still appear to work even when this warning is displayed. Does anyone know if the brake lights are at risk of not coming on when you hit the brakes?
Why would your turn signals work so does your brake light in rear window but your brake lights and warning lights do not?
change the fuse if not replace flasher
Why is my 2002 Kia Spectra battery and brake warning lights on?
broken belt
Why are my ABS and BRake indicator lights flashing on my dash of my 1998 VW Passat 1.8L?
It is important to pay attention to the warning lights on the dashboard. When the ABS and brake lights flask that means there is something wrong with the brake system.
How do change of brake pad affect car alignment?
should not affect alignment to my knowledge
Why does Emergency brake and ABS warning lights stay turned on?
Because your brake system is not working properly. You need to have your brake system checked out and repaired before you have to make an emergency stop and then they fail to brake as they should. ALWAYS DRIVE SAFELY
What do the lights on the dash board mean?
Most of the light on the dashboard are Warning Lights; different warning lights that might flash up on the dashboard. Some of the more common warning lights are shown below. 1 = Oil pressure warning light 2 = Battery charge warning light 3 = Brake system warning light 4 = Engine warning light
What is a third brake light used for?
A third brake light is used to provide a deceleration warning to vehicles that can't see the left and right lights. You can learn more about these brake lights at the Wikipedia.
Why would you have signal lights and tail lights but no brake lights?
Could be a blown fuse Check the stop light switch usually located at the upper end of the brake pedal under dash are for operation and alignment Could be a blown fuse Check the stop light switch usually located at the upper end of the brake pedal under dash are for operation and alignment
ABS and Brake warning light on?
The ABS and brake warning lights will come on in a vehicle when an error is detecting in the he system. This can range from low fluid or pressure to sensor and component failure.
