What Causes the Brake Lights to Stay On After the Car is Turned Off?
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Reasons for the brake lights staying on after the car is turned off include severely worn brake pads, issues with the ABS sensor, a damaged brake switch, depleted brake fluid, or faulty brake lights. If the brake lights show abnormalities, they should be replaced promptly. Below is additional information about brake lights: Solutions for Brake Lights Staying On: To address brake lights staying on after the car is turned off, replace the brake pads; inspect the ABS sensor and replace it if damaged; replace the brake switch; replace the brake fluid; and check the brake light wiring. Function of Brake Lights: Brake lights are typically installed at the rear of the vehicle, with a red-colored body to enhance light penetration. This ensures that vehicles behind can easily detect when the car ahead is braking, even in low visibility conditions, helping to prevent rear-end collisions. Precautions When Replacing Brake Lights: In domestically produced vehicles, the taillights often serve a dual purpose, with two filaments inside the bulb—the weaker one for parking lights and the stronger one for brake lights. Some manufacturers design them as plug-in types with high and low pins, making them very convenient to use. When replacing, be careful not to reverse the connections.