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  1. vvr210

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    Ok so which one is the switch?The one that connects in or the part that holds the connector?
     
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    When you Get the new part it will be self explanatory. The switch has a spring that can collapse with age. If your keeping the car for a long time I recommend getting the higher quality one. Have had the cheap ones fail after a couple years
     
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    Ok so just ask for a brake light switch at the store?
     
    vvr210, Jul 15, 2012
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    Yes, just be sure the parts person doesn't confuse it with the brake pressure switch that activates the warning light in the dash.
     
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    Ok ill take care of it tomorrow..Ill let u guys know if it fixed the problem
     
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    So I replaced the switch already and now I get no lights?Could I have done something wrong?
    Are the back up lights used as the brake lights as well?
     
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    Mercurycruizers David (Coop) Cooper

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    Did you install the switch backwards? As stated earlier in this thread. It will install but won't work...
     
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    No I installed it correctly the way the other one was...With the old switch I had to step on the brakes all the way but the lights would come on and now with the new switch I get no lights at all? Could it be something with the pivot and pedal maybe not making contact??I'm lost. :huh:
     
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    I would bet that your old switch was installed backwards. The U shaped side goes to the inside. You may want to check the female connector ends to make sure they fit tightly to the switch.
     
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    Did you check with Greene Sales in Cincinnati for your turn signal switch? I bought one there for my 69.5.
     
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    No I installed it correctly the U sidewent towards the inside.Here are some pictures of my old switch and my new one.

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    Which is the piston rod?
     
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