Break lights not coming on when applying break By robert1c (Read 660 times)

[robert1c]

Guys a new issue. I replaced the left hand master-cylinder and caliper and plugged in the 2 wires on the master cylinder. now when applying the breaks left or right. the break lights dont come on.

Can you help me out on where to look next?

thanks

[alleyoop]

Follow the wires down it probably came unplugged down lower from the main plug or connectors when you where taking stuff off and or putting things back. I am sure putting that on the brake cable pulled on some wires.
Alleyoop

[richardthescooter3]

Here is that wire that goes from the left brake switch through the steering column, I just replaced my left box switch, had mine um-pluged for about a month, but my right brake light worked and when pressing brake both lights came on, I think it must be something else,

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[robert1c]

I figured it out. its the switch on the master-cylinder. the lever wont swing back far enough to depress the switch to turn the break lights off. i guess i need to use some JBWeld ans stick a washer on the back of the lever. doesnt seem to have an adjustment on the switch.

Thanks guys! with as many issues i have had over the past year i vote to make me a preofessor too!!

again thanks for all the help on here.

[alleyoop]

Nice going robert, good find had to be something to do with the new install.
Alleyoop

[richardthescooter3]

There is a notch on the upper side of the brake switch that goes into a hole for adjustment, (you can see on top) it might of came loose enough to come out. You will know when its in place.

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[robert1c]

Thanks Richardthescooter3,

im glad i didnt have to pull it off. The original lever didnt fit the aftermarket Master-Cylinder well enough. i picked up some quicksteel and epoxy'd it to the inside of the lever. just waiting for it to harden and i should be fine.

Thanks again!