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Anonymous Posted on Jul 25, 2009

No brake lights when pressing the brakes, bulbs and fuses are ok

Where is the failed switch on the 2004 Grand Cherokee that can make my breaklights work?

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The brake light switch is normally found on or near the brake pedal bracket. If you look under the dash while you push the brake pedal, you should see a small box with a shaft or button-like extension that touches the brake pedal shaft and moves in/out when you push the pedal. This is your brake light switch.
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By the brake pedal under the dash.

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