Why does the Octavia's brake light stay on?
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The reasons why the Octavia's brake light stays on are: 1. Lack of brake fluid; 2. Damaged tail light bulb; 3. Severely worn brake pads. Taking the 2020 Octavia as an example, it is a compact car with body dimensions of: length 4675mm, width 1814mm, height 1460mm, wheelbase 2686mm, fuel tank capacity 51l, and curb weight 1210kg. The 2020 Octavia features a front MacPherson strut independent suspension and a rear torsion beam non-independent suspension. It is equipped with a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 113ps, maximum power of 83kw, maximum torque of 145nm, and is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.
Over the past decade of working in the automotive repair industry, I've frequently encountered the issue of Skoda Octavia's brake lights staying constantly illuminated. The primary culprit is usually a faulty brake light switch. This small switch is located above the brake pedal and controls the signal circuit - it should complete the circuit (light on) when pressed and break it (light off) when released. However, if the switch becomes stuck due to wear, improper installation, or fails to reset properly, the signal remains continuous, keeping the lights on. Occasionally, the problem may also stem from a fatigued brake pedal return spring, wiring short circuits, or even fuse/relay issues exacerbating the malfunction. I strongly recommend not driving the vehicle immediately as this could mislead following drivers into thinking you're constantly braking, increasing rear-end collision risks. Try gently tapping the pedal to see if it resets the switch, or temporarily disconnect the battery for 5 minutes to attempt a system reset. If these don't work, drive to a repair shop for diagnostic code reading - replacing the switch is inexpensive, and delaying repairs could lead to more severe problems.