Honda Brake Lights Staying On when Car is OFF? - Civic Quick Tip - Bundys Garage
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- Is your brake light staying on, in your Civic? draining your battery? There is a little piece of rubber that falls out of the brake pedal and causes the lights to stay on because there is no contact between the brake pedal and the brake light switch.
Don't run to Honda and get a new little rubber piece, do what I did, get a bolt and bolt it into place on the brake pedal.
Sometimes it will be a wiring situation and you will need to dive in and find out why it is not working. But in this case a piece of runner fell out.
Video was shot using a 1991 Honda Civic
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Holy balls. I can’t believe this weird thing happened to me and there’s a video about it. Thank you so much for this!!
exactly...and who would dislike this video??!! such a huge help!! i would have never noticed it myself!
Exactly Myman. It's a new day
Same haha
@@chicoinchico My man.. I have a coffee can of little odds n ends. Fasteners ect. I found a tiny rectangle with sticky on one side. Later it in just right. Haven't had a problem yet. The part is available. Also exit vehicle to the rear then you know
@@jeromeduffy9270 I just stuck a piece of leather on the end of the bolt and threw a nut on the back side. Worked like a charm! Only took 2 minutes.
Stuff like this is why I love the internet.
Hell yeah!!!!
Thank you so much! Happened to my car and my dad told me to take it to the dealership. Fixed it myself and I now am yelling in my home that I don’t need any man. Thanks again.
You're welcome!
that's why they call it the Stealership.
You need the man who made this video though!
You also needed the man who invented that car to get u to work to pay for the home u sleep in, also built by a man
I never anticipated finding the exact video that addressing my issue, and the fact that it's both straightforward and completely unexpected is truly mind-blowing. Thanks so much!
This just happened to my Civic FD, sure enough found the rubber stopper broken to pieces on the floor mat. Will try to find the steel screw tomorrow. Thanks a lot man!
Perfect video for me and my 2010 Civic. My battery died completely when the plastic insert broke. I replaced the battery but only noticed the ubderlying issue this evening. I was pissed off until i found this video and threw a piece of platic in there temporarily. Thanks bud.
My mom's car just got this problem and she was afraid that the batter will drain. So this video was the first one that came up when I did the search and THANKS A LOT MAN! Good thing there was a Home Depot near by her workplace. No time to lose! All I had to do was pop off the bottom panel and went right to work. You helped me save time and money. No need to take the car to the mechanic and get charged more LOL.
+Jimmy Thai so glad my video helped you out. It feels good accomplishing something yourself. As well as saving a ton of money by switching to Geico 😜. Seriously I'm glad it helped you.
8 yrs later, you've saved me a huge headache! Took me a bit to get some context of what I'm looking at in the video, but lo and behold it was the same exact issue. It must have just happened because the broken piece was resting up on the shield thing above the pedals. Not sure why such important parts are made out of plastic, but the recent heat wave must have fried it. Thanks for the fix!
Glad it helped you out!
Nice one. I just learned something today, and it’s not “faulty electrical!” My daughter thanks you 😊.
Couldn't for the life of me figure out why my break lights wouldn't turn off, then I googled and found this video! You are the best
Just wanted to thank you for your helpful video. Last night my neighbor pounded on my door at 9 pm to let me know my brake lights were still on. Had no clue that could even happen. Watched your video, and had it fixed 30 minutes later saving a trip to the mechanic. I appreciate your shared knowledge, and keep making great videos!
Can’t thank you enough. I’m a proud owner of an ek 2000 Honda civic coupe and as a female, these types of videos are so helpful. I’m pretty knowledgeable when it comes to my car but I will always TH-cam the issue first so thank you, you’re video helps out us little people that try to turn a wrench on our own vehicles 😊🥰
After having some old rusted cars from up north die on me, I bought this 06 civic as an alternate, after 5 days of driving this happened, so glad this was here, thank you.
Thanks for this i just had to stick a penny between the brake pedal and the dash and it worked, also thanks for not dragging it out into a 10-minute video
I duct taped a small rock in between mine😂 saved me 7.99 from auto zone.
That’s awesome! Work with what you have as I always say!
@@bundysgarage absolutely!😁
HyPNoTiKx your comment saved my life ! Two pennies and some tape and I’m good to go !!!
Please I need help, I'm a single woman and I have no help, I'm trying to figure out where exactly to put the penny and if it should be taped? I used to pedal around with cars with my ex but that's been years ago and never had a problem like this, and my car is a Hyundai so I didn't know if it would work the same way or not, please give me info on how to it, or pm me I will be greatly appreciated, thanks so much.
Thank you! Pulled in behind my daughter's car and saw the brake lights were on. Found your video and fixed it in 5 minutes. Found bits of the broken brittle plastic button on the floor and in the dashboard cowl!
Glad it helped you out!
Just found the little plastic pieces just now in my 04 Honda as well. About to fix thus problem now!!
Absolutely the best fix hack ever. Worked like a charm. I had some in my tool box and didn’t cost me a dime.
No need worry about stupid stock honda plastic brake pedal stopper breaking ever again. This guy is a Genius🛠
Absolutely genius and I was amazed it worked! Besides a little claustrophobia being tucked up in that small space, got it taken care of on a first try lol. Thanks a ton for your ingenuity!
i just bought my car and it did this to litterly a week after, you can imagine the panic that ran through my body when i noticed, YOU ARE GODSENT!!
Thanks man. Really helped me out, so I didn't have a mechanic screw me and tell me I need a new continuum transfuctioner
+Stevil Knevil glad you weren't screwed
Hahaha! Seriously though
the piece of plastic garbage was designed to fail and get you into the Stealership. it was no accident. they could have just sealed the "hole" with steal but that wouldn't get you into the Stealership. Pathetic and deliberate design by crony capitalists.
Moms car was doing this exact same thing.Watched this vid..went to her house.actually found the little rubber thing in about 4 parts all over the floor mat..removed some vinyl/rubber unlatchable parts..found the issue same as in this video and voila..all is good and moms can go to the lake for the 4th.Happy 4th everybody!!
Glad it helped you out! Have a great 4th of July and God Bless America! Love this country!
Happy 4th a year later. Coincidence this just happened to me today also?
Haha I also found the rubber thing also broken into 3-4 pieces in a little panel underneath the fusebox.
This really does work. Thank you so much! I was hesitant to do the bolt, but once I understood about the process (I started with a penny to ensure that it works), then I "graduated" to the bolt.
Thanks again for putting together this video!
You're welcome!
This video was EXTREMELY helpful in diagnosing and quick fixing my 2000 Honda Civic EX. TH-cam saves the day again! I used a much smaller M5.80 Hex nuts and bolt. My bolt was too long to go in against the button so I used two washers and two nuts to keep it in place.
Thank you! Your video saved the day. A neighbor told me my brake lights were stuck on. No clue how long it went unnoticed, but I fixed it with your guidance.
Had this happen to my mother's 1999 Honda HRV, watched your video, went to have a look and was exactly as you mentioned. Found a bolt and fixed the problem in 5 minutes. Thanks so much.
I bought an 2002 Honda Civic 2- years ago for a work car, got off work today & this happened to me a few hours ago, great upload my man, awesome advice, it worked
Thank you so much for your help! I was able to fix my car the same day with no cost- had the bolts already- so it saved me soooo much time and money! Thanks Bundy's garage!
Thanks man for the video. Thought I was going to have to take it in to a mechanic just to have them tell me it's something expensive. Thankfully also in my case, the plastic piece hadn't fallen out, the actual pin mechanism had pulled back in its housing a little bit and just needed pushed forward into place and turn to lock it.
John Bundy thank you jso much, I got my break fixed tonight and lights are off. Tomorrow Ill get the part it truly needs from Honda. Kudos to you for your video and help.
Lifesaver! Just parked an hour ago and noticed my brake lights are still on after locking the car. Google searched right away and guess what?
Thank you for an honest straight forward video. No BS. If only all DIY videos are like this. Thumbs up!
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I want to send much blessings to you for this video. Was already scratching my head thinking about the mechanic costs.
You are a hero among men and a national treasure. Saved me so much time and money. I found a little bolt and in 5 minutes, in the dark, parked on the street, on the north side of Chicago…I fixed the same problem in my 2004 Civic.
Man I love Chicago! I spent time there in my 20’s, best time of my life! Love Michigan Ave! The water tower, Sears tower (that’s what I’ll call it for the rest of my life). Glad it helped you out.
The only thing quicker than this video is the time it took me to repair this problem. Confirmed diagnosis in 7 seconds. Located said hole that was the star of this video in 4 seconds. Inserted bolt in 2 seconds and put on nut in 5 seconds. Stress levels have gone down a few magnitudes when I realized I didn't have to take my care to the shop. Bundy is my hero!!!
Hey man you're a lifesaver! Never would have thought this is where the issue would be. Being a car repair novice I would have liked to see where exactly this bit was in the cab but I figured it out.
I used a metal button that came off an old sweater! I just have to remember to check it's still there when I park it!. YOU SAVED ME SOOOO MUCH UPSET AND MONEY I can't begin to tell you!
Was so angry after a long day at work to see my brake lights won’t turn off! I just taped up a quarter and soon I’ll do what you did here I just am too tired to search the property for a bolt, but anyways, you are a lifesaver! Much appreciated!!
I came home from work. 12am. My lights wouldn't turn off. Thank you. I was able to put a rock in there until I could go get the part.
Used this info to fix the same situation on our '05 Civic [which has 2 extra panel covers]. Thanks!!
You sir, are a godsend. I had this issue, watched your video and fixed in about 5 minutes. Thank you so much!
Worked like a charm! Not only did this fix the brake light issue but also the "transmission" hesitation issues the car was having! Amazing! They wanted me to pay for new sensors and cylanoids and all kinds of stuff!
Glad it helped you out. And saved you cash money!!!
just happened to me!! went to go leave for work and was like "what the hell"!! Thanks for the upload! Such a simple issue, ...with a even more simple fix!
I'm atheist and still say God bless you for this video. Straight and to the point! Helped me out IMMENSELY
LOL!!!
Thank you for the DIY Self repair . You really helped me alot . Currently since the Coronavirus are everywhere and the country are practicing Partial Lockdown all shop are not allow to operate as usual except Essential Businesses . Keep it up 👍🏼
What a Great Tutorial . Happened to my 1999 Honda Civic DX Hatchback yesterday. Will follow your fix instructions👍🏼 Thank you
We need more people like you bro! Thanks for passing on the knowledge its greatly appreciated this method saved me time and money and we all know both are very valuable in these times. Thanks again!
You are welcome. Thanks for the comment, means a lot.
Thank you so much for this video. I was totally lost trying to figure out what was wrong with my Honda Accord. Thanks for saving me a trip to the mechanic.
That's what I'm here for, to help you guys out and save you money! It was really frustrating the first time it happened to me so I know your pain!
Perfect! Same thing happened to my clutch pedal in my 1999 Honda civic went out to go to work and it wouldnt start come to find out that little plastic piece had broke off and it wasnt telling the car the clutch was engaged therefore wouldnt turn over THANKS!
Great video! Also quick techincal help for those of you buying a bolt in a hardware store for this purpose... When he said 13mm bolt he was talking about the socket size for the bolt. The actual bolt size that fits in the hole is an 8mm so an M8 size in the hardware store. Don't get too long of a bolt though!
Dude. Just had this happen to me in an 03 civic. This is the first video returned by Google search results... It took me longer to find a nut and bolt laying around that it did to fix the problem.... Massive kudos to you
Glad it helped you out!
This is exactly what my problem was. Thank you for taking the time to make this video
Thanks a bunch! Parked car at train station for 3 nights n arrived to a dead battery, car wouldn't start 😢. After battery was replaced, noticed brake lights wouldn't switch off 😭. That's why the replaced battery was dead in the first place. A friend explained the brake & light switch trigger mechanism n your video confirms exactly everything plus you've helped me to temporarily switch off the brake lights to save the new battery 😅 until it can be fixed properly. Tqtqtq! So grateful 👍👍👍
Had to get a jump at my buddys house a few hours ago. I am home now and this is exactly what's going on with my Civic Dx - Thank you so much for this video! I can sleep well tonight knowing it's an easy fix and no trip to the mechanic
Good sir you just saved me a probably expensive visit to the mechanic. I have no words to thank you for this video. God bless you.
Thank you for this. I couldn't figure out why my battery was draining everyday and this video saved me
I want to thank you so much for your suggestion ....(Mines a 2004 Honda Element).... I found broken plastic pieces on the driver carpet and came to the conclusion this was my issue. I blocked the brake pedal down and felt up to the switch and sure enough the contact piece was missing so I filled the hole with a washer , bolt and it nut. Bada Bing ~ It's operating perfect. Thank You!!
Thank you so much!!! Was trying to figure out why my cruise control wouldn't set anymore. Spent time looking for a fuse. Then noticed when it got dark all 3 brake lights were still on and the car was off. Found your video. Sure enough the broken pieces of the plastic presser were on the carpet. The CC thought my foot was on the brake all the time and wouldn't set. Geeez.
Thank you so much. Watched another video on first replacing the brake switch. I was sent the wrong switch which is when I stumbled upon this video. This fixed the problem with 50 cents in parts from Lowe's and 10 minutes in time. You are so awesome sir! Thank you thank you thank you.
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What parts did you get?
Thanks i was up till midnight stressing over this until i found your video.
You are welcome.
I found the same problem yesterday. Nice to know I'm not the only one. What I did slightly differently though was, because there's not a lot of gap between the plate that's welded onto the brake pedal bar and the end of the threaded switch housing, I found a fairly short 8mm threaded bolt and nut then used my little milling machine to take off most of the bolt head. It's now down to about 3mm thick and, I think, leaving a tiny gap between the bolt head and the switch body. It's also made a nice smooth surface for the switch plunger to touch down on. 1990 Civic GL, twin carb, currently 210,000 miles on the odometer.
Thank you for your video. Your video was posted many years ago, but it continues to help people to this day. Thank You. Much appreciated.
That’s because there are tons and tons of Honda’s still on the road. They will last forever if you take care of them.
This explained so much. I drive a 2006 Honda Odyssey. Thank you. My lights were fine this morning when I went to work and I noticed my rear lights were still on when I came home and turned off the engine. I don’t know where I can reach where you were at so I need to wait for my dad to come home to help me fix the problem. But I’m glad to know it can be fixed. And we disconnected the wires to the battery so it wouldn’t die.
Thank you very much, the same deal with an ‘08 honda civic. It’s crazy they keep using this design!!
+Emilio Perez-Arce yeah you would think, using the same faulty design.
I never suspected i would find a video for this or that the solution would be so simple. in my case the housing fro the switch cracked and i used a small piece of gorilla tape. fixed in 1 minute literally!. thank you.
We aim to please.
Thanks for the tip! Saved me some hassle of figuring what was wrong right away. I'm using a piece of cork and tape until I get the part replaced lol.
thanks mate really helped as i had to disconnect battery after every use. as a result the terminal crapped itself. thumbs up to u
+Joe Peka Glad it helped you out.
Best simple solution ever. Good vibes and following seas to you!
thanks. all my times with my Honda and this is new to me. I'm glad you made this video. it is from the push pin. my stopper came off
Today somebody noticed me my brakelights are on while im not in my car. Turned out the same problem happened to my car! I own a 1986 Civic hatchback. I saw some plastic particles lying on the ground wich came of the brakepedal. Thank you for your information video, it helped me alot!!!
Your welcome 🙏
This little problem cause my battery to train and lock the car completely to the point even the key wouldn’t unlock the car manually. Had to get an unlock kit to get in to the car. Replaced my battery and then i noticed my brake lights were on even while the car was off. Taped a penny and it fixed the issue. Thanks!
Awesome video. This just happened with our 2003 Honda Civic. You covered it thoroughly. Thank you.
Thank you for making this video. Same thing happened to me and I used a bolt and lock washer like you said. Works perfect!
This saved me a lot of time with troubleshooting the issue I was having with my Mom's 2001 Honda CR-V. I found a chunk of the plastic piece that used to be there and crammed it back in its original spot for now. I'll probably super glue some pennies on there tomorrow. Lol
Thank You!!! Fixed this Exact thing on my 07 CRV! I took a body panel clip and pushed it into the hole worked like a charm!
Dude! I’m going through this now. Same year CR-V...
@@jonathanmelendez23 This Video came in Clutch lol I was worried that my electrical was messed up or something crazy!
This just happened to my wife's mom's civic...gonna go check it out.. yep! Gonna grab the bolt from work tonight. Thanks for tge video!!
This video was a big help to me. I opened the car door and the piece was laying in the floor. Thank you.
Thank you for the video! Short, quick, straight to the point, and actually helped me solve the problem. I didn't have any bolts handy so I just did like another receipt and used a folded up receipt and stuck it in the hole and et voila, lights are off :D
about to do this in the morning 😭😭
Excellent solve the problem in 5 minutes Thanks a lot 💪🏻 and work for several Honda’s years and models
This worked perfectly for my 2006 Civic LX. Thank you so much!
Spot on helpful. Excellent. Only thing I would add is that it is a pain in the ass to access. Not all heroes wear capes. Thank you!!!!
Better than new, as the saying goes. In this case, this solution is better than replacing it with the same plastic part. Thanks!
Thanks for helping us fix my son's crv. God bless y'all!
Happened this evening to my sons 99 civic. Temp fix was to tape two dimes with electrical tape. Will put a small bolt in tomorrow. Never heard of this feature. Thank you for the idea.
Thanks I was stumped for a while what to do until I found your video. Thanks so much.
Oh man I'm so glad video is here, my brake lights were staying on the whole way to my job. I noticed it when I stopped to pump gas, I was freaking out haha.
Have a 2000 civic. Fixed within a minute. Thanks! Great video
Wow! Just what I needed. What a clever fix. Thank you!
Thank you Bundy'sGarage....this just happened to me today and your video was my guidance. You Rock
You completely saved our night!!! Thank you so much for making an amazing video and saving everyone tons of money 🤗🤗
I just have this problem with my crv 2008, found some blue rubber on the carpet, give it a check and this solve the problem. Thanks man.
Just happened to me. Watched this video and fixed the problem
In less than 30 seconds. Thanks!
That was my problem and I fixed it in 5 minutes because of you. Thank you.
How about that?! Exactly what happened to me just now. The plastic cap broke and the brake light stayed on. Thank you so much for the video! You helped me a lot and saved me a good chunk of cash if I were to take it to the mechanic. Truly appreciate the tip!
Glad I could help you out! Please subscribe if you can. It really helps my channel.
@@bundysgarage Absolutely. I subscribed as soon as the video ended. It was very helpful and straight to the point. Thank you again! Checking out more of your videos now! ;)
Thanks!
Thank you so much for the solution..luckily my neighbors noticed my light on..and the mechanic at the gas station was Honest..
Thks for the video, my Honda Civic back lights got stuck and now works thanks to this video 👍
Thank you. It still works. Especially on a Sunday afternoon when I have no other option.
That's exactly what happened to my 03 civic. Thanks man!!!
Oh you are such a life and money saver. Thank you so much, found the plastic screw on my floor mat and put it back on. Thank you thank you thank you.
Thank you so much I needed this and I can say it was amazingly helpful
TQ for ur amazing video... Managed to replace the small broken plastic item that connects to the switch with the Nut as you prescribed... It works !!! 😅
Thanks so much. Saved us a lot of time and money. No idea what nut and bolt size you put in (I know you say, but means nothing to me haha) we were lucky the first one we found in our garage was a perfect fit.