To replace the switch :" On the new brake switches you START with the plunger all the way out. Hope this helps, good luck. All lights work perfectly now. If nothing else has failed, right above that would be the place to start to look. ive checkrd the fuses, globes. The manual doesnt seem to mention a fuse for the 3rd brake light, so i have checked every fuse in the dash, and they all seem fine. the clips which hold it seemed abit fiddly though, felt like they were about the snap, but i managed to get the brake lights to work. The EPC light come on on the dash board. None of my brake lights are working on my vw polo. Pull out brake light switch plunger to full extension. Problem was resolved. Or does anyone know what could be the cause of it? When SuperStu's brakelights on his polo stopped working it wasn't the switch but a fuse. Modern Volkswagen cars are filled with lots of sensors that monitor how each system in the car is behaving. I have a 2005 1.2 Polo Twist and the high level/3rd brake light doesn't seem to be working. This will set the Plunger in the correct spot. 2012 Volkswagen … Bulb failure: Solid: Bulb failure Flashing: Headlamp leveling or AFS defective: Hood open: Stop! Yellow indicator lights are a sign that there is a possible issue, and the yellow color is trying to tell you to use caution when driving. Without functioning dash lights, you can miss important information about your vehicle. Also headlights only on highbeam and no fogs. Seat switch fully into opening (pressing plunger against pedal to adjust. I've checked the bulbs/lamps and they all seem fine and I've located the fusebox but I can't figure out which fuse is which. As far as I can tell, the reverse, brake and fog lights still work but even after replacing both rear light bulbs, they don\'t work. My brake lights do not work on a vw 1.9tdi 1999 transporter, i would like to know the fuse box layout ? Holding the brake pedal UP install the brake switch and turn until it latches. Check on here for more information. I checked the bulbs/fuses and bought a new switch still not working. The Volkswagen Club of South Africa. Depending on the vehicle's equipment level, additional text messages could appear in the display on … Now all I have to do is get the high level brake light out as this doesn't work while the LH/RH brake lights do work. Checking every thing working fine. I have the same problem i tried to apply what you said and still no brake pls help. The lights on the dashboard display what systems are in use and they also highlight when one of those systems is not working as it should. by ciclo » Fri Nov 27, 2015 7:02 am, Post Car has a mind of its own, 3rd brake light didn't work after replacing fuse but after a drive it started to work, although the "light out" warning light stayed on dash. So I purchased a new light from VW and its still not working. i suspect the relay. Oil Level Low- Either the oil level is low or the sensor is malfunctioning. Remove the screws from the bulb lens (which you can access through the trunk or see your vehicle repair manual to get the exact location). Both of my wife's brake lights on her 2004 Polo hatch stopped working the other day. AUSTIN369 MEMBER; 2000 VOLKSWAGEN POLO; 199,200 MILES; Hi I have a vw polo playa '00 and my brake lights are not working but the bulbs are not burnt out, a friend told me it is the brake light switch but can't seem to find it any suggestions? Jim, check you brake light switch. by teo_vlm » Fri Sep 30, 2016 6:31 pm, Post Guide switch through mounting hole (only fits in one position). Fuse box location. Only the brake light is not coming on. Operate brake pedal to verify proper function. - Volkswagen The possible reasons for brake lights not working but tail lights are: The Light Bulbs. My EPC light magically appeared at 20K miles and the car squeaks like mad whenever it's moving. - YouTube Still no brake lights. Volkswagen Dash Lights Not Working You rely upon the dash lights to see critical information on your instrument panel, so if they’re not working, you want to get them fixed right away. Daytime Running Lights — Daytime Running Lights are On 30. Looks like it was actually the car's Central Electronics Control Module (CECM) that was defective. Reinstall lower cover panel." Polo 9N3 brake lights not working. Recently I had the same problem regarding the brake lights saying on after I turned off my 2003 Volkswagen Golf and they continued to stay on. Brake lights and indicators not working - 03430 - Terminal 30 for Turn Signals and Brake Lights Post by keithcheetham » Sun Nov 22, 2015 8:53 pm Have a problem on a 2010 6R 1.2SE Polo where the brake lights and indicators/hazards are not working. Any ideas what can be wrong, 10/28/2015 by If the third brake light flashes, then most likely a fuse has gone bad. by ciclo » Sat Oct 01, 2016 6:12 am, Return to “MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017”, Have a problem on a 2010 6R 1.2SE Polo where the brake lights and indicators/hazards are not working. © 2021 iFixit — Licensed under Creative Commons — Privacy — The warning and indicator lamps indicate various warnings , faults or certain functions. @oldturkey03. Technical Discussions. 06/24/2017 by by keithcheetham » Wed Nov 25, 2015 7:25 pm, Post For the Volkswagen Polo 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 model year. hold pedal up if necessary while installing switch). Accessibility. The rear side lights have stopped working on my 2001 1.4 5dr polo. Re: EPC light brake light switch problem Post by Ladiesman_317 » Mon Dec 31, 2012 5:19 am Totally forgot to update the situation on this, the whole process was very simple and exactly as the lads instructed me. 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