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my rear brake lights on my 02 sante fe remain on when the car is off?

 
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my rear brake lights on my 02 sante fe remain on when the car is off?

 

Country: United States
Make: Hyundai
Model: Santa Fe SE
Year: 2002

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changed bulbs

Submitted: 822 days and 21 hours ago.
Category: Hyundai
Value: $18
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Expert:  Ron Z. replied 822 days and 21 hours ago.

From what you are describing here, it sounds like your Stoplamp Switch has become seized in the "ON" position. Replacing this switch should solve your problem. It's located under the driver's side dash, mounted to the top of the brake pedal arm.

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