Brake Light Switch
The brake light switch is an electrical component located near the brake pedal in a vehicle.
Here’s a detailed description:
- OE Number
938101C800 | 9381038100 |
938102H000 | 9381038110 |
9381032001 | 938103K000 |
- Compatible Applications
HYUNDAI Accent III Hatchback (MC) (Year of Construction 11.2005 - 11.2010, 97 - 112 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
HYUNDAI Accent III Saloon (MC) (Year of Construction 11.2005 - 11.2010, 97 - 112 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
HYUNDAI Coupe II (GK) (Year of Construction 08.2001 - 08.2009, 136 - 167 PS, Petrol) |
HYUNDAI Elantra III Hatchback (XD) (Year of Construction 06.2000 - 07.2006, 113 - 143 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
HYUNDAI Elantra III Saloon (XD) (Year of Construction 06.2000 - 07.2006, 113 - 143 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
HYUNDAI Elantra IV Saloon (HD) (Year of Construction 11.2005 - 12.2011, 116 - 122 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
HYUNDAI Elantra V Saloon (MD) (Year of Construction 09.2010 - ..., 128 - 150 PS, Petrol) |
HYUNDAI Genesis I Coupe (BK) (Year of Construction 01.2008 - 02.2014, 214 - 303 PS, Petrol) |
HYUNDAI Getz (TB) (Year of Construction 03.2003 - 06.2009, 82 - 110 PS, Diesel) |
HYUNDAI Grandeur (TG) (Year of Construction 04.2005 - 12.2011, 150 - 235 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
HYUNDAI H-1 / i800 Travel (TQ) (Year of Construction 05.2008 - ..., 110 - 170 PS, Diesel) |
HYUNDAI H-1 / iLoad Cargo (TQ) (Year of Construction 02.2008 - ..., 110 - 170 PS, Diesel) |
HYUNDAI H-1 MPV (A1) (Year of Construction 10.1997 - 12.2007, 99 - 163 PS, Diesel) |
HYUNDAI H-1 Platform/Chassis (Year of Construction 06.2000 - 10.2006, 99 PS, Diesel) |
HYUNDAI H-1 Van (A1) (Year of Construction 03.2000 - 12.2007, 99 - 140 PS, Diesel) |
HYUNDAI H100 Platform / Chassis (CRDi) (Year of Construction 01.2004 - ..., 101 - 130 PS, Diesel) |
HYUNDAI i10 I (PA) (Year of Construction 12.2007 - 12.2013, 65 - 86 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
HYUNDAI i20 I Hatchback (PB) (Year of Construction 08.2008 - 12.2015, 75 - 128 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
HYUNDAI i30 I Estate (FD) (Year of Construction 10.2007 - 06.2012, 90 - 143 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
HYUNDAI i30 I Hatchback (FD) (Year of Construction 10.2007 - 11.2011, 90 - 143 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
HYUNDAI i40 Estate (VF) (Year of Construction 07.2011 - ..., 116 - 177 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
HYUNDAI i40 Saloon (VF) (Year of Construction 03.2012 - ..., 116 - 178 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
HYUNDAI ix20 (JC) (Year of Construction 11.2010 - ..., 78 - 128 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
HYUNDAI ix35 (LM, EL, ELH) (Year of Construction 08.2009 - ..., 116 - 184 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
HYUNDAI ix55 (EN) (Year of Construction 09.2008 - ..., 239 - 264 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
HYUNDAI Lantra I Saloon (J-1) (Year of Construction 10.1990 - 11.1995, 86 PS, Petrol) |
HYUNDAI Lantra II Estate (J-2) (Year of Construction 11.1995 - 10.2000, 90 - 139 PS, Petrol) |
HYUNDAI Lantra II Saloon (J-2) (Year of Construction 11.1995 - 09.2000, 90 - 139 PS, Petrol) |
HYUNDAI Matrix (FC) (Year of Construction 06.2001 - 08.2010, 82 - 122 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
HYUNDAI Santa Fe I (SM) (Year of Construction 11.2000 - 03.2006, 113 - 180 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
HYUNDAI Santa Fe II (CM) (Year of Construction 03.2006 - 12.2012, 115 - 286 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
HYUNDAI Sonata III (Y-3) (Year of Construction 06.1996 - 06.1998, 125 PS, Petrol) |
HYUNDAI Sonata IV (EF) (Year of Construction 03.1998 - 11.2004, 131 - 173 PS, Petrol) |
HYUNDAI Sonata V (NF) (Year of Construction 01.2005 - 12.2010, 136 - 250 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
HYUNDAI Terracan (HP) (Year of Construction 11.2001 - 12.2006, 101 - 194 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
HYUNDAI Trajet (FO) (Year of Construction 03.2000 - 07.2008, 113 - 173 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
HYUNDAI Tucson (JM) (Year of Construction 07.2004 - ..., 113 - 175 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
HYUNDAI XG (XG) (Year of Construction 12.1998 - 12.2005, 163 - 197 PS, Petrol) |
KIA Carens III (UN) (Year of Construction 09.2006 - ..., 115 - 144 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
KIA cee‘d I Estate (ED) (Year of Construction 07.2007 - 12.2012, 90 - 143 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
KIA cee‘d I Hatchback (ED) (Year of Construction 12.2006 - 12.2012, 90 - 143 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
KIA Cerato Hatchback (LD) (Year of Construction 03.2004 - ..., 102 - 143 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
KIA Cerato Saloon (LD) (Year of Construction 04.2004 - 12.2009, 102 - 143 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
KIA K2500 Platform / Chassis (SD) (Year of Construction 01.2010 - ..., 131 PS, Diesel) |
KIA K2900 Platform / Chassis (Year of Construction 01.2008 - ..., 125 PS, Diesel) |
KIA Magentis I (GD, MS) (Year of Construction 05.2001 - ..., 136 - 169 PS, Petrol) |
KIA Magentis II (MG) (Year of Construction 11.2005 - ..., 136 - 193 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
KIA Opirus (GH) (Year of Construction 09.2003 - ..., 203 - 267 PS, Petrol) |
KIA Picanto I (SA) (Year of Construction 04.2004 - ..., 61 - 75 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
KIA Pro cee‘d I Hatchback (ED) (Year of Construction 02.2008 - 02.2013, 90 - 143 PS, Diesel, Petrol, Petrol/Petroleum Gas (LPG)) |
KIA Rio II Hatchback (JB) (Year of Construction 03.2005 - ..., 88 - 112 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
KIA Rio II Saloon (JB) (Year of Construction 03.2005 - ..., 88 - 112 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
KIA Sedona II (VQ) (Year of Construction 04.2006 - ..., 150 - 194 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
KIA Sorento I (JC) (Year of Construction 08.2002 - ..., 140 - 248 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
KIA Sorento II (XM) (Year of Construction 11.2009 - ..., 150 - 278 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
KIA Soul I (AM) (Year of Construction 02.2009 - ..., 105 - 140 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
KIA Sportage II (JE, KM) (Year of Construction 09.2004 - ..., 113 - 175 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
KIA Sportage III (SL) (Year of Construction 07.2010 - ..., 116 - 184 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
KIA Venga (YN) (Year of Construction 02.2010 - ..., 75 - 128 PS, Diesel, Petrol) |
- Function and Purpose
Primary Role: The main function of the brake light switch is to activate the brake lights when the driver presses the brake pedal. This signals to other drivers that the vehicle is slowing down or coming to a stop.
Additional Roles: In many vehicles, the brake light switch also plays a role in the operation of other systems, such as:
Cruise Control: Disengages cruise control when the brake pedal is pressed.
Transmission Interlock: Prevents shifting out of park or neutral without pressing the brake pedal.
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS): May interact with the ABS system for proper functionality.
- Location
Typical Placement: The switch is usually mounted on the brake pedal assembly. It is positioned so that it is activated when the brake pedal is pressed and deactivated when the pedal is released.
- Symptoms of Failure
Brake Lights Not Working: If the brake lights do not illuminate when the pedal is pressed, the switch might be faulty.
Brake Lights Stuck On: Conversely, if the brake lights remain on even when the pedal is not pressed, this could also indicate a problem with the switch.
Cruise Control Issues: Problems with the switch can affect the functionality of the cruise control system.
Difficulty Shifting Gears: Issues with the brake light switch might prevent you from shifting out of park or other gears.
- Replacement
Process: Replacing the brake light switch typically involves disconnecting the battery, removing the old switch (often by unscrewing or unfastening it), and installing a new one in the same location. Make sure to check the vehicle’s service manual for specific instructions related to your model.