Thank you JJ. I followed your instructions and changed the switch. Now I have the shifter working properly, my cruise control functions again and the traction control light is off. Your video is short and to the point. Thanks again. Greeting from St. Catharines, Canada.
I unplugged my break pedal position censor to see how it looks, when I put it back in my check engine light was gone and it hasn’t come back on. I’m gonna give it some time to see if anything happens before I get my emissions done again but if this really just worked that easy then I gotta thank you and give you props my man🔥 you deserve a subscriber after that lol.
In order to depress the brake pedal enough to insert the new part you must start the vehicle (engage the parking brake). That will allow you to depress the brake pedal far enough to align the new part in the hole and give it a quarter turn to seat it properly. This is not a job for a big guy. It's a very tight fit even with the seat all the way back.
'09 Laramie C/C - I didn't have to move the pedal Just reached up, and it popped right in, by feel and touch, I was blind. Just cz I didn't feel like getting twisted, but there is a lot of room under my column. I can see and reach easily, all of the connectors, and components. Guess I am lucky? Lol, if you only knew... peace
I Just replaced mine. Thanks for showing the 30% turn. I followed another guy on youtube and he said turn it prior to putting it in to line it up with a pair of pliers. Of course I did that.. Wrong... It wont install like that, the turning the 30% while you have it lined up enables it to slide in then turning it locks it.. (Yes and Start the car and Push the pedal all the way down..) Also after wrestling with it for a 1/2hr trying to get it in, I decided to remove the wire connector. The switch popped right in turned it 30degrees then attached the wire connector.. Much easier... Took me 30 seconds..
I just wanted to say 'thanks' the pushing the brake pedal all the way down before putting the new part in the hole was a life saver......I didn't do that the first time and broke the part and had to get a second one.......Thanks Again
It was a really tight fit in a 2018 Dodge Caravan. Had to use a vicegrips for leverage in order to turn and remove the switch one-handed. Make sure to follow the brake pedal instructions to correctly activate the switch plunger.
I also have an '18 DGC that I'm going to attempt this "video on", so thank you for the specifics heads up and the uploader (who DID state 2017 as the cutoff year😂)
I successfully performed the task without tools or "starting the van to fully depress the brake" like other commenters suggested. It DID take about 30 min driving/3 or 4 starts to make the check engine light go off. Thanks again, & you earned my subscription sir!💯🔌
THANK YOU BRO! My esp bas and traction control light came on because my switch is stuck. This is the best step by step and informative video i have found in this topic. Thank you!
Awesome! Thought it was an issue with my brakes! Happened to me about 6 months ago, luckily it was time for my brakes to be replaced. Just happened to me again today and I was thinking that this was too early for a new brake job. Had no idea it was a simple $15 brake switch! Definitely watch the video all the way through I was trying to kill myself getting it reinstalled until I realize I needed to push the brake pedal all the way down!!!!
i was able to change the brake control sensor, but the engine light is back on, along with the tcs light and the shitfting out of park is also still an issue. I talked to a mchanic friend of mine he said the sensor is really senstivie, if it gets knocked out of place it may not work. that beinbg said, what about changing the fuses to these sensors?
@@Rowdybandit545 nope engine light still on. Still scratching my head. Have no money to bring to mechanic they charge me 200$ diagnostic fee to tell me it needs to get fixed/changed again
@user-sw9lw6eo6o I was able to shift out of park by turning the truck off and applying the parking brake. Then it let me shift again. It's been intermittent. All my fuses seem good. Seem people mentioned the wheel speed sensors but i haven't tried that yet
@user-sw9lw6eo6o have you tried adjusting the length of the plunger on the brake switch? I came across a random video showing how to, and it seems to have fixed my issue. I just went on a 1700 mile road trip and the truck was completely normal the whole time
Thanks 👍. You have no idea how hard was that to shove a camera under the pedal, lodge the head under the brakes, hold the camera in one hand and work with the other. 😊 Glad it was useful.
This fixed the traction light that was on and now allows me to use cruise control, remote start and shift from park but my check engine light is still on. Any ideas?
My 2016 dodge ram 1500 got wet inside during a storm. My light on my shifter knob doesnt work. And it wont go into any gear. Everything else seems to work . What could be my issue
Looks like the circuit under the shifter is either disconnected or shorted out due to water damage. First check the fuses inside the cabin and inside the engine bay. Next disconnect the battery negative terminal and connect it back after 5 minutes. If you still don't see any changes, remove the shifter cover and undo the wiring plug that is connected to the shifter and shifter bulb. clean it and put it back.
do you know what it could be I replaced that part and I still have no cruise control and when I have my trailer hooked up the trailer brakes are already engaged to the max i also replaced the factory ITBC and everyone in a while when i brake fast or hard the ITBC throws a CF code and my service 4WD light comes on with my traction control light
@@JJCentral-DIY i literally replaced both front calipers last week and nothing so ill have to look at the rears never that about that thanks ill come back if it changes thanks again
@@pierogillio I have seen defective brand new switches as well. 90 percent chance it is the switch or the wiring leading to the switch. If not transmission.
If the engine light comes on then you can scan it and it will guide you towards the problem. If it is P0571 code then check the switch again, brake light bulb, and cruise control servo.
@@rcnewflyer6057 If it's not the switch then the two choices left are wiring or PCM itself. Start inspecting the brake circuit wires, take out the connectors and push them back in tight. Check fuses and if nothing works wiggle the wires in the PCM as well.
I have a 2015 300s awd and it’s throwing p1df3 and u11bc the u11bc is lost break switch message could that cause my car not to shift right when im coming to a stop
The p1df3 can trigger u11bc, but the u code generally doesn't trigger the p code. In other words, check the wiring, unplug brake pedal sensor, brake booster harness and the pcu harness, clean and put it back.
I had a brke switch problem with code P0571. Part is replaced with the new one but check engine light, cruse control light comming again and again causing the shift gear problem too. Autozone scans it and told me that i have a P0571 permanant code need to be clear because they dont clear the codes just check. Any advise?
Permanent codes, once fixed/repaired/replaced, must be driven for a while to clear. This allows the computer to recognize the fix. I like Permanent codes. They're the one's you cannot just erase, preventing illegitimate sales.
I had all the symptoms that you guys had my brake light on my cruise control doesn't work and my traction control light on I changed my switch and didn't fix it I'm at a loss I was really hoping it would work
Yes, the brake switch triggers the parking gear to release. So yes there is a possibility of that messing up the cranking process. But more likely it will crank and not go into gear.
double check the part number for your own vehicle i have am 2002 ram 1500 different part number than what he uses sw11990 ,,, going to try this $20 fix tomorrow along with the speed gear ,, wish me luck
@@stamanf hello its been a while and if this was about my cruise control not working no none of the worked ,, it was the cruise control servo ,,but I believe the 13 is no electric control I have vacuum lines ,,,sorry don't think any of this helps,,,
New sub. Great vid. I've got the cruise control problem on my 2012 Ram. I'm hoping this fixes it since I don't have a code reader. It'll save me quite a bit if it works. Thanks
You should just replace the brake switch. They can be faulty at times and work just fine the rest of the time. Cheap enough to replace and test if the code comes back. Good luck.
@JJCentral-DIY fast reply I plan on foing that thanks. The problem i ran into since my first message. I bought the car with a brake booster already installed. The brake switch is not visible on the brake pedal as in this video as I have a 2013 Chrysler 300. Either they were required to install a aftermarket switch that i dont recognize or is the switch located in a different location on my model. Im wondering if its behind the dash to the left of the steering column in a 2013 Chrysler 300 5.7L??
@@18thOvkkleyIGSDN The switch in your don't look like the one I show in the video, it has a long stem and is mounted parallel to the pedal arm. www.carparts.com/details/Chrysler/300/Standard/Brake_Light_Switch/2019/SISLS525.html
@@18thOvkkleyIGSDN I can't find any videos either but stumbled upon this. This post shows that there is a potentiometer and a pressure switch some where in line. You need to change this potentiometer under the dash and make sure the arm is touching and the wire is connected first. www.300cforums.com/threads/brake-pedal-sensor-switch-potential-issues.282859/
Yes it can. Like I mentioned in the video once I changed the new switch it took a while to calibrate automatically but in the mean time car was in low gear sluggish behaving weirdly.
This could very well be, also there is a shift indicator switch that could also have been damaged. Wiggle your keys, some times the key assembly is the culprit.
Hi guys, my car dodge charger RT 2011, won't start. No crank. I checked the battery, starter, all the relays, as well the fuel pump 🤔 Any one has this issue
Thank you JJ. I followed your instructions and changed the switch. Now I have the shifter working properly, my cruise control functions again and the traction control light is off. Your video is short and to the point. Thanks again. Greeting from St. Catharines, Canada.
Glad to hear you diy fixed it. Cheers.
I unplugged my break pedal position censor to see how it looks, when I put it back in my check engine light was gone and it hasn’t come back on. I’m gonna give it some time to see if anything happens before I get my emissions done again but if this really just worked that easy then I gotta thank you and give you props my man🔥 you deserve a subscriber after that lol.
In order to depress the brake pedal enough to insert the new part you must start the vehicle (engage the parking brake). That will allow you to depress the brake pedal far enough to align the new part in the hole and give it a quarter turn to seat it properly.
This is not a job for a big guy. It's a very tight fit even with the seat all the way back.
Agreed. Thanks for the tip for anyone who is attempting this.
Yes! My wife and I both tried for 20 minutes to fit this back in but couldn’t until we started the vehicle
'09 Laramie C/C - I didn't have to move the pedal Just reached up, and it popped right in, by feel and touch, I was blind. Just cz I didn't feel like getting twisted, but there is a lot of room under my column. I can see and reach easily, all of the connectors, and components. Guess I am lucky? Lol, if you only knew... peace
I Just replaced mine. Thanks for showing the 30% turn. I followed another guy on youtube and he said turn it prior to putting it in to line it up with a pair of pliers. Of course I did that.. Wrong... It wont install like that, the turning the 30% while you have it lined up enables it to slide in then turning it locks it.. (Yes and Start the car and Push the pedal all the way down..) Also after wrestling with it for a 1/2hr trying to get it in, I decided to remove the wire connector. The switch popped right in turned it 30degrees then attached the wire connector.. Much easier... Took me 30 seconds..
@@bassoneman Thanks for the comment. It is one of those simple tasks yet unnecessarily troublesome. Glad you accomplished it by diy. Kudos! 👏
I just wanted to say 'thanks' the pushing the brake pedal all the way down before putting the new part in the hole was a life saver......I didn't do that the first time and broke the part and had to get a second one.......Thanks Again
@@robspira9891 glad it was helpful.
It worked just as you said. Thank you for the excellent video!
You helped me so much. Your clear instructions showed how simple this fix is. Thank you very much!
It was a really tight fit in a 2018 Dodge Caravan. Had to use a vicegrips for leverage in order to turn and remove the switch one-handed. Make sure to follow the brake pedal instructions to correctly activate the switch plunger.
I also have an '18 DGC that I'm going to attempt this "video on", so thank you for the specifics heads up and the uploader (who DID state 2017 as the cutoff year😂)
I successfully performed the task without tools or "starting the van to fully depress the brake" like other commenters suggested. It DID take about 30 min driving/3 or 4 starts to make the check engine light go off. Thanks again, & you earned my subscription sir!💯🔌
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Could this cause intermittent starting issues? I have a 2019. The key is inside the fob, which is turn to start (not push).
@@mitchallen5819 yes, if your car requires the brake pressed to start then the switch will cause no start.
@@JJCentral-DIY it doesn't always.
Is this the same process for a jeep wrangler 2013?
THANK YOU BRO! My esp bas and traction control light came on because my switch is stuck. This is the best step by step and informative video i have found in this topic. Thank you!
Best video I found for doing the job. Thank you so much
You now about the cruise control servo its something similar with this switch
Awesome! Thought it was an issue with my brakes! Happened to me about 6 months ago, luckily it was time for my brakes to be replaced. Just happened to me again today and I was thinking that this was too early for a new brake job.
Had no idea it was a simple $15 brake switch!
Definitely watch the video all the way through I was trying to kill myself getting it reinstalled until I realize I needed to push the brake pedal all the way down!!!!
i was able to change the brake control sensor, but the engine light is back on, along with the tcs light and the shitfting out of park is also still an issue. I talked to a mchanic friend of mine he said the sensor is really senstivie, if it gets knocked out of place it may not work. that beinbg said, what about changing the fuses to these sensors?
Did you figure this out? Having the same problem
@@Rowdybandit545 nope engine light still on. Still scratching my head. Have no money to bring to mechanic they charge me 200$ diagnostic fee to tell me it needs to get fixed/changed again
@user-sw9lw6eo6o I was able to shift out of park by turning the truck off and applying the parking brake. Then it let me shift again. It's been intermittent. All my fuses seem good. Seem people mentioned the wheel speed sensors but i haven't tried that yet
@@Rowdybandit545 so yea, thats where we are at. turn van off, turn back on, then it will shift. when we get stuck. Same thing, intermittent
@user-sw9lw6eo6o have you tried adjusting the length of the plunger on the brake switch? I came across a random video showing how to, and it seems to have fixed my issue. I just went on a 1700 mile road trip and the truck was completely normal the whole time
The part don’t fit on the 2006 Chrysler 300 srt8 and it said it goes for it but don’t fit
good mechanic and camera man all rolled into 1,thanx a bunch
Thanks 👍. You have no idea how hard was that to shove a camera under the pedal, lodge the head under the brakes, hold the camera in one hand and work with the other. 😊 Glad it was useful.
This fixed the traction light that was on and now allows me to use cruise control, remote start and shift from park but my check engine light is still on. Any ideas?
Read the codes first and let us know
No tab press to pull off the connector. You just pull straight up, and it disconnects.
My 2016 dodge ram 1500 got wet inside during a storm.
My light on my shifter knob doesnt work. And it wont go into any gear.
Everything else seems to work .
What could be my issue
Looks like the circuit under the shifter is either disconnected or shorted out due to water damage. First check the fuses inside the cabin and inside the engine bay. Next disconnect the battery negative terminal and connect it back after 5 minutes. If you still don't see any changes, remove the shifter cover and undo the wiring plug that is connected to the shifter and shifter bulb. clean it and put it back.
do you know what it could be I replaced that part and I still have no cruise control and when I have my trailer hooked up the trailer brakes are already engaged to the max i also replaced the factory ITBC and everyone in a while when i brake fast or hard the ITBC throws a CF code and my service 4WD light comes on with my traction control light
also its a 2012 ram 3500 6.7 diesel
Did you check if one of your caliper piston is stuck? Looks like your itbc is getting wrong signal that is triggering vsc, 4wd everything.
@@JJCentral-DIY i literally replaced both front calipers last week and nothing so ill have to look at the rears never that about that thanks ill come back if it changes thanks again
@@cebass7183 just check the brake pad wear. If one looks newer than all the other 3, chances are its caliper is sticking.
I replace the switch and delete the code, but still on again. Any idea?
@@pierogillio I have seen defective brand new switches as well. 90 percent chance it is the switch or the wiring leading to the switch. If not transmission.
I did this same procedure and my traction and engine light comes back on every other day or every 2 days any suggestions on why that is
If the engine light comes on then you can scan it and it will guide you towards the problem. If it is P0571 code then check the switch again, brake light bulb, and cruise control servo.
@@JJCentral-DIY Yes I just repeats this same code
@@JJCentral-DIY I also double checked the switch and is working as it should
@@rcnewflyer6057 If it's not the switch then the two choices left are wiring or PCM itself. Start inspecting the brake circuit wires, take out the connectors and push them back in tight. Check fuses and if nothing works wiggle the wires in the PCM as well.
I have a 2015 300s awd and it’s throwing p1df3 and u11bc the u11bc is lost break switch message could that cause my car not to shift right when im coming to a stop
The p1df3 can trigger u11bc, but the u code generally doesn't trigger the p code. In other words, check the wiring, unplug brake pedal sensor, brake booster harness and the pcu harness, clean and put it back.
@@JJCentral-DIY where is the pcu harness located at ?
@@GMRHDD it's under the cowl, passenger side below the wiper. Check the fuses on the engine bay first, there are two 25amp fuses
I had a brke switch problem with code P0571. Part is replaced with the new one but check engine light, cruse control light comming again and again causing the shift gear problem too. Autozone scans it and told me that i have a P0571 permanant code need to be clear because they dont clear the codes just check. Any advise?
Permanent codes, once fixed/repaired/replaced, must be driven for a while to clear. This allows the computer to recognize the fix.
I like Permanent codes. They're the one's you cannot just erase, preventing illegitimate sales.
I had all the symptoms that you guys had my brake light on my cruise control doesn't work and my traction control light on I changed my switch and didn't fix it I'm at a loss I was really hoping it would work
My Challenger had that problem. It was a wheel speed sensor. Easy to replace but I had to buy the code scanner to determine which wheel.
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THANK YOU. I HAVE TO DO THIS MYSELF. WILL TRY TOMORROW.
Hi. Could this cause a no crank? I'm thinking yes, but want to confirm, or hear otherwise, I guess, lol. tx
Yes, the brake switch triggers the parking gear to release. So yes there is a possibility of that messing up the cranking process. But more likely it will crank and not go into gear.
@@JJCentral-DIY ty
2011 1500 dodge ram 4.7 i step on the gas and it doesn't peel out feels like pulling something like my breaks idk
It could be many things. Did you pull any code? Is your dash brake light on?
What happens if you press the break while the switch is out
Car will brake, but your brake light, cruise control won't work.
Thank you for the detailed video. Very helpful
Thank you so much for your video,was very helpful.
Very good video with great visuals and instructions thank you very much!!!
Great video. Thank you sir.
Thanks jj your video was very helpful very direct easily to follow
double check the part number for your own vehicle i have am 2002 ram 1500 different part number than what he uses sw11990 ,,, going to try this $20 fix tomorrow along with the speed gear ,, wish me luck
Did it work? Have same issues on my 13 ram
@@stamanf
hello its been a while and if this was about my cruise control not working no none of the worked ,, it was the cruise control servo ,,but I believe the 13 is no electric control I have vacuum lines ,,,sorry don't think any of this helps,,,
New sub. Great vid. I've got the cruise control problem on my 2012 Ram. I'm hoping this fixes it since I don't have a code reader. It'll save me quite a bit if it works. Thanks
Thank you so much. This video helped me with my issue. Absolutely fantastic!
Good Job Bro!!! You Save me bunch of money... Thank you
Great review exactly my situation thank u
My taillights work fine and come on.
But I'm getting P0572 "Brake Switch A Circuit Low"
You should just replace the brake switch. They can be faulty at times and work just fine the rest of the time. Cheap enough to replace and test if the code comes back. Good luck.
@JJCentral-DIY fast reply I plan on foing that thanks. The problem i ran into since my first message. I bought the car with a brake booster already installed. The brake switch is not visible on the brake pedal as in this video as I have a 2013 Chrysler 300. Either they were required to install a aftermarket switch that i dont recognize or is the switch located in a different location on my model. Im wondering if its behind the dash to the left of the steering column in a 2013 Chrysler 300 5.7L??
@@18thOvkkleyIGSDN The switch in your don't look like the one I show in the video, it has a long stem and is mounted parallel to the pedal arm.
www.carparts.com/details/Chrysler/300/Standard/Brake_Light_Switch/2019/SISLS525.html
@JJCentral-DIY i cant find a video on its location anywhere
@@18thOvkkleyIGSDN I can't find any videos either but stumbled upon this. This post shows that there is a potentiometer and a pressure switch some where in line. You need to change this potentiometer under the dash and make sure the arm is touching and the wire is connected first.
www.300cforums.com/threads/brake-pedal-sensor-switch-potential-issues.282859/
Can the break switch make the car move slow while you are acceleration on jeep patriot
Yes it can. Like I mentioned in the video once I changed the new switch it took a while to calibrate automatically but in the mean time car was in low gear sluggish behaving weirdly.
So if you replaced the new break switch, is it necessary to do calibration?
@@zionman9149 it auto calibrates. Press the brakes all the way a few times before and while driving.
Thank you I did it myself! 👍🙌
That's great. Hope it solved the problem.
Thank you Sr., God Bless you!!
Could this be the reason why my van is stuck in park?
This could very well be, also there is a shift indicator switch that could also have been damaged. Wiggle your keys, some times the key assembly is the culprit.
Hi guys, my car dodge charger RT 2011, won't start. No crank.
I checked the battery, starter, all the relays, as well the fuel pump 🤔
Any one has this issue
Not sure if you still do but mine did and I literally took my starter out alternator and changed fuses just to get it to start
Awesome! Thank you!
I replace the switch and now my traction control light is on and also the brake light! :(
Is this normal?
Seems like a faulty switch. You can try driving for 20 minutes and see if they go away.
Thank you Sir
This does not fit
2005 Dodge Dakota
Thank you
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LoL, it ain't easy to lay down there holding the camera with one hand and working with the other. Some how was able to capture most of the action.
Awesome! Thank you