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Hi all, my break-lights are working intermittently i think it could be the switch, where is this located or any ideas.
( :idea: i have checked the bulbs etc)
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The switch is in the master cylinder which is under the dash cowl.

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Thanks.. just removed it and joined the wires and the lights came on, on my own so unable to test switch. some fluid came out do i need to bleed the brakes now that i have refitted it ? i may just buy a new switch as i think it intermittently works . :idea:
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Any more info would be much appreciated :ok
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best get a new one
and depending on the amount of fluid loss if it were a few drips... I wouldn't bother

Not difficult though is it to bleed one brake, just to be sure
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