What to Do When the Brake Light on a Kia K2 Stays On?
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It may be caused by the brake light switch not fully returning to its original position. Gently press the brake pedal back and forth to see if the switch above the brake pedal turns off. If it doesn't, the switch may already be damaged. If the brake indicator light at the rear of the car stays on, you need to check the brake switch and related wiring. If the brake indicator light on the dashboard is on, you need to check whether the brake fluid is sufficient or if the brake pads need to be replaced. If both the brake pads and brake fluid are normal, it may be due to the handbrake sensor or a short circuit in the related wiring. It is recommended to go to a professional repair shop for inspection and repair.
I've encountered this issue before. The constant illumination of the brake lights on a Kia K2 is usually due to those common old problems. Try pushing the brake pedal up with your hand to see if it can return on its own. Sometimes the spring gets stuck or the pad wears out, preventing it from returning properly. The easiest fix is to check the small switch hidden behind the brake pedal, usually a plastic button, which can get stuck by the floor mat or have its contacts fused over time in older cars. My neighbor's car had this issue because the switch short-circuited due to water ingress, making the bulb light up like it was haunted. If you can't fix it temporarily but need to drive, just disconnect the negative terminal of the battery for half an hour; it might work for a while. I recommend going to a repair shop as soon as possible to read the fault codes with a scanner. Last time I fixed this, it only cost around 200 yuan including labor and parts.
