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Why does the driver side brake light keep burning out on a 2008 Chevy Malibu LT 2.4L ?
The stop light element and the brake light element keep burning out when replaced. What could be causing this and what are the possible solutions to apply?
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Check engine light on ? Have it checked for DTC'S - diagnostic trouble codes . All problems maybe linked together . If you don't want to take to a qualified repair shop , auto part stores will check codes for free ,most will ! i hear advance charges $20 now. Third brake light may just be a bulb or the Stop lamp relay in the under hood fuse box.
Stop Lamps
The body control module (BCM) is responsible for controlling the stop lamps. When the driver presses the brake pedal, the BCM will receive a signal from the brake pedal position sensor. The BCM then supplies battery positive voltage to both left and right stop lamp assemblies and to the center high mounted stop lamp (CHMSL). The stop lamps are grounded at G401 and G403. The CHMSL is grounded at G302.
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The CHEVY happen to have differnt fuse boxes for all the inside instruments are located in the driver n passenger side of the dash in some models near the pedals n some times in the glove box
Stop Lamps
The body control module (BCM) is responsible for controlling the stop lamps. When the driver presses the brake pedal, the BCM will receive a signal from the brake pedal position sensor. The BCM then supplies battery positive voltage to both left and right stop lamp assemblies and to the center high mounted stop lamp (CHMSL). The stop lamps are grounded at G401 and G403. The CHMSL is grounded at G302.
Did you check the blub , is there power ( B+) at the third light ? Is the ground G302 good ? Do you have a DVOM - digital volt ohm meter , do you know how to use one ? Do you know what voltage drop is ? an know how to test it ? Check the stop lamp relay in the under hood fuse / relay box.
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