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Break lights don't workcjmartin - 2001 Dodge Ram 2500 - Brakes - 6/28/2012No break lights when break pedal pressed-
6/28/2012 CVOFirst, check the fuse 11 ( 40 A ) and fuse 3 ( 10 A ), then the light bulbs and their sockets. Use a Digital Multimeter to measure if there is 12 volts when the brake was applied. ( no results go to next ).
See this picture Stoplight Switch
For your 2001 Dodge Truck RAM 2500 3/4 ton 2WD 5.9L SFI 8cyl
http://www.autozone.com/.../N-jesbuZ9cias
Stoplight switch directs current to the stop lights, cruise control, and shift interlock to turn them on or off
When not replaced, stop lights will run continually or not function, potentially causing premature bulb failure, safety issues and/or the transmission will not shift out of park.
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My breakers makes aloud noise when I try to stop. I think I had changed breakers at least 3 yrs agolorelei - 2007 Dodge Caliber - Brakes - 6/21/2012Make not do good noise-
6/21/2012 jlofwashis it a grinding sound? chances are you need a new set of pads. three years is a good run for a set of brake pads. they arent hard to change and there not that expensive.
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I have a Dodge Dakota 1996 V6 3.9L Magnum 2WDSam - 1996 Dodge Dakota - Brakes - 6/14/2012I just replaced the front brakes with new rotors and new brake pads and the rear brakes, which are on an ABS system, are not working as well as they should or at all for that mater. The Engine light and ABS light is on, and I am leaking a little bit of fluid off ... -
My brakes hop when I apply them. Could this be a problem with the master cylinder?Dujack19 - 2002 Dodge Dakota - Brakes - 6/14/2012I've replaced the discs an pads and had the front end worked on (just replacing bushings etc...) and the problem still exists.-
6/14/2012 raoul_tiestoYour vehicle has brake drums on the rear axle?Out of round rear drums would cause that.Have the rear drums machined or replaced,depending on the budget...see what happens.
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I have a Dodge Dakota 1996 V6 3.9L Magnum 2WD, I just replaced the front brakes with new rotors and new brake pads and tSam - 1996 Dodge Dakota - Brakes - 6/14/2012
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Are there separate pads for the hand brake on my Dakota? If so how do I replace them?Dale Bramstedt - 2003 Dodge Dakota - Brakes - 6/13/2012It is a four door Dakota.
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What if i cant afford price of repairs for truck in the shop for repairs?kevin dotson - 1999 Dodge Ram 1500 - Brakes - 6/12/2012I took my truck to the shop for what I thought was a 300 dollar repair. I now fear it will be more, what if I don't have the money for the repair costs?
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Replaced front brake pads. now have no brakes abs and brake light onrono - 1999 Dodge Ram 1500 Van - Brakes - 6/12/2012
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Changed front brakes on 1999 dodge ram 1500 5.2...all 4 tires are locked, abs light is on...anyone have a solution?JAS - 1999 Dodge Ram 1500 - Brakes - 6/11/2012
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6/11/2012 JimmMost likely the ABS control unit itself is faulty up and not releasing the pressure. You can try disconnecting the electric signal to the unit, the ABS light will be on but this is to check it. Drive a little then try the brakes. If they still lock up then the ABS unit should be replaced.
Try the many on-line auto parts sources,such as; www.RockAuto.com or www.autopartswarehouse.com for the replacement parts.
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Breaks for 1999 gmc 1500AutoMD Member - 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan - Brakes - 6/11/2012I need brakes for a gmc 1500 and need to know what size I need
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6/11/2012 CVOI didn't have enough information, see this Brake Pads - Front
For your 1991 GMC Truck C1500 1/2ton P/U 2WD 5.7L TBI 8cyl
http://www.autozone.com/.../N-ituh1Z8ko29 -
6/11/2012 JimmTry the nany on-line auto parts sources, such as; www.RockAuto.com or www.autopartswarehouse.com for the replacement parts.
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Why won't truck move, changed front brakes it's lockedJAS - 1999 Dodge Ram 1500 - Brakes - 6/11/2012
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6/11/2012 JimmAre the front brakes locked? If yes, check these items; disc brake caliper (frozen or corroded), contaminated brake fluid, faulty flexible brake hose to one or more front caliper.
6/11/2012 JAS4 tires locked ABS light is on...2 front brakes were changed...and still locked...purged the system to clear fluids also
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How do you remove front disc rotor on 4 wheel drive truck to change rotor?Frank Kilton - 1998 Dodge Ram 2500 - Brakes - 6/9/2012hub is in front of rotor held on by studs. removed shaft nut and washer but hub and rotor will not come off.-
6/9/2012 CVOSee this Balky rotors can be freed with a light-duty puller- or Fig. -or a plastic mallet wielded with care.
http://www.autozone.com/.../...rGuideContent.jsp
Five stud rotor.
Raise and support the vehicle.
Remove the wheel.
Remove the brake caliper.
Remove the retainers on the wheel studs and remove the rotor. If stuck, the rotor can be freed with a light duty puller or a plastic mallet. Do NOT use excessive force.
Installation is the reverse of removal.
Ram (8-Stud Rotor)
Raise and support the vehicle.
Remove the wheel.
Remove the hub extension.
Remove the brake caliper assembly.
Remove the axle nut cotter pin. Remove the axle nut.
Disconnect the ABS wheel speed sensor wire from under the hood. Remove the sensor wire from the frame and steering knuckle, if equipped.
Back off the hub/bearing mounting bolts 1 / 4 inch each. Then tap the bolts with a hammer to loosen the hub/bearing mounting bolts.
Remove the bolts and remove the hub/bearing assembly.
Installation is the reverse of removal. Observe all tightening torques as found in the specifications charts. Use a new cotter pin and apply anti-seize compound to the axle splines.
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The ABS and the break lite is on at the same time and it will not go offsteve - 1989 Dodge Dakota - Brakes - 6/5/2012-
6/5/2012 justins1stchoiceanytime the abs light comes on it will trip the brake light also. You need to take the truck to a shop and have them scan the abs system. When you find out the codes you can repost them here and we can help you through a repair.
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No brake lights/trurn signalsCLC - 1998 Dodge Neon - Brakes - 5/30/2012please help have replaced bulbs and checked all fuses, replaced brake light switch and still no lights. Taillights working and brake light on trunk is working.
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5/30/2012 CVOSee this FIG : Fig. 7: 1995-98 Stop/Turn lights, Windsheild Wiper Schematics
http://www.autozone.com/.../...rGuideContent.jsp
Check the turn signal switch, the stop light switch is connected with the multi-funtion switch.
http://www.autozone.com/.../...rGuideContent.jsp
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Brake warning light comes on while driving over 60 MPHMike - 1998 Dodge Ram 2500 - Brakes - 5/30/2012All fluid levels are OK and lihgt resets when ignition is turned off
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5/30/2012 CVO1.Could be a weaken warning light switch triggered it..
2. Or the master cylinder primary circuit started to develop a problem.
Note: car brake systems are broken into two circuits, with two wheels on each circuit. If a fluid leak occurs in one circuit, only two of the wheels will lose their brakes and your car will still be able to stop when you press the brake pedal.
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