That's when you want to check the brake lights, when it's acting up. Most likely a sticking brake switch.

 

Hey guys,
thanks for all of your replies. It's been working fine the past few weeks, until today. I backed my car up when I parked today at work. The weather is bad and it's dark today so I can see the "glow" of the brake lights when I press my brake pedal against the door and building. Anyway, right after I put the car in park and released the brake pedal I decided to try it. When I pressed on the brake, I noticed that my brake lights were NOT on and I could not depress the little button on the shift ****. I tried a few times and finally when I did see that the lights were on, I could press in the button to shift out of park. From all the replies it seems to be the brake switch/sensor. How long and difficult of a project am I looking at since I plan to fix the problem myself one weekend. Thanks in advance and thanks again for the replies.

Chad

 

OK guys,
I got my brakeswitch in yesterday and changed it out this morning. I was having big problems with it this morning before changing it. Everything seems to be OK so far since I changed it out. Wasn't hard to change at all, I think the hardest part was getting under the steering wheel to see where the switch actually is located. I'll post again in a week or so to let you know how it is. Thanks again.

Chad

 

Thanks for the followup! I hope that fixes it. Be sure to let us know.

 

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if that isnt it. you might want to check the shifter interlock its self / just a last little bit of info if all that didnt work.

 

Hey guys,
I really appreciate all of your replies and suggestions that you gave me. It's been a week since I've changed my brake switch and that was my problem. Since I've changed it I have had NO problems with the button on the shift ****. Thanks again.

Chad

 

Chad,

I was wondering what is the part call that you ordered for your car? I having the same issue with my 98 Accord. Would you happen to have the part number? Where was the switch located again? Thanks

 

Replaced the fuse by itself on Saturday, car worked fine. Fuse blew again after a couple days of sitting, Replaced brake switch and fuse. Seems to be working now.

 

First time on this page. I know this is years old but our 86 is doing this. You mention a DIY section I am new here how do I find DIY section? how does the button actually work? where would I find a drawing or parts?