How to Service and Repair a Brake Light Switch on Dodge Ram 1500?

When servicing or repairing the brake light switch, disconnect the switch harness as your first step. Apply the brakes, then turn the switch backwards over about 30 degrees to match the switch lock tab with the bracket's notch. Release the brake pedal and then pull the switch straight towards the back out of its bracket. To install your new switch, set the brake pedal, put the tab of the new switch into the corresponding notch on the switch bracket, attach it and give it a 30-degree turn to lock it down. Put the wires from the harness onto the switch, take your foot off the brake pedal and move the release lever next to the connected part to engage the switch plunger. After being switched to a new type, it can't be set back or adjusted again.

How to Maintain a Brake Light Switch on Dodge Ram 1500?

First take out the knee bolster to get to the brake lamp switch and pedal. Disconnect the switch harness first and then press and hold the brake pedal while it is applied. Switch the switch about 30° to the backward position so its lock tabs are in the bracket's notch and remove it from the bracket by pulling it rearward before releasing the brake pedal. To install it, attach the harness wires to the switch and then hold the brake pedal while following the company's instructions. Put the switch on the bracket with the tabs inside the notches and turn it clockwise 30° to lock in place. Take off the brake pedal and push the switch lever to the right to lock the plunger into place. Lastly, set up the knee bolster in the interior again.

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Dodge Ram 1500 Parking Brake Switch, Black Part Number: 4221463
$18.50 MSRP: $27.20
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- Other Name: Switch - Parking Brake; Electronic Parking Brake Control Switch; Parking Brake Warning Switch; Seat Adjuster, W/Bezel, Black Buttons, Woodgrain, W/Memory Opening.
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2010, 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 1500 | Base, LT, Laramie, SLT, SRT-10, SS/T 5.9L, ST, SXT, Sport, TRX, TRX4, WS | 10 Cyl 8.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.9 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.7 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.2 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.9 L GAS
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Dodge Ram 1500 Stoplamp Switch Part Number: 56029454AC
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- Other Name: Switch - Stop Lamp; Brake Light Switch
- Replaces: 56029454AB, 56029454AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 | Laramie, SLT, ST, Sport, TRX, TRX4 | 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.7 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
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Dodge Ram 1500 Brake Switch Part Number: 4671336AD
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- Other Name: Switch - Stop Lamp; Brake Light Switch; Stop Light Switch; Brake Pedal Switch; Lamp Switch; Release Switch; Stoplamp Switch; Switch; Switch Stop Lamp
- Replaces: 4671336, 4671336AC, 4671336AB
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 1500 | Base, LT, Laramie, SS/T 5.9L, ST, Sport, WS | 3.9L V6, 5.2L V8, 5.9L V8, 6 Cyl 3.9 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.2 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.9 L GAS
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Dodge Ram 1500 Brake Pedal Switch Part Number: 5016294AD
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- Other Name: Switch Package - Stop Lamp; Brake Light Switch; Stop Light Switch; Stoplamp Switch
- Replaces: 56045043AC, 5016294AB, 5016294AA, 56045043AD
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999-2001 Dodge Ram 1500 | Laramie, SLT, ST, Sport, WS | 3.9L V6, 5.2L V8, 5.9L V8, 6 Cyl 3.9 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.9 L GAS
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Dodge Ram 1500 Switch Package - Stop Lamp Part Number: 5083344AB
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- Other Name: SW PKG-STOP LAMP
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2009 Dodge Ram 1500 | Laramie, SLT, SRT-10, ST, SXT, Sport, TRX, TRX4 | 10 Cyl 8.3 L GAS, 3.7L V6, 3.9L V6, 4.7L V8, 5.2L V8, 5.7L V8, 5.9L V8, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.7 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.9 L GAS, 8.3L V10

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The Brake Light Switch in Dodge Ram 1500 is very important in that it is used to switch on the brake lamps whenever the brake pedal is pressed. In addition, this mechanism helps to notify the drivers behind the Dodge Ram 1500 that the car is slowing down or is coming to a standstill, thus increasing safety on the road. Different types of Brake Light Switch have been used in Dodge ram 1500 throughout the years though it is not easy to understand differences between such types. Regardless of the style, the primary goal remains consistent: To give clear indications to other motorists and reduce the level of risks in driving. For proper functioning of the lighting system of Dodge Ram 1500, the efficient working of the Brake Light Switch is very compulsory.

Dodge Ram 1500 Brake Light Switch Parts and Q&A

Parking Brake Switch, Black
4221463
Q: How to Service and Repair a Brake Light Switch on Dodge Ram 1500?
A:
When servicing or repairing the brake light switch, disconnect the switch harness as your first step. Apply the brakes, then turn the switch backwards over about 30 degrees to match the switch lock tab with the bracket's notch. Release the brake pedal and then pull the switch straight towards the back out of its bracket. To install your new switch, set the brake pedal, put the tab of the new switch into the corresponding notch on the switch bracket, attach it and give it a 30-degree turn to lock it down. Put the wires from the harness onto the switch, take your foot off the brake pedal and move the release lever next to the connected part to engage the switch plunger. After being switched to a new type, it can't be set back or adjusted again.
Brake Pedal Switch
5016294AD
Q: How to Maintain a Brake Light Switch on Dodge Ram 1500?
A:
First take out the knee bolster to get to the brake lamp switch and pedal. Disconnect the switch harness first and then press and hold the brake pedal while it is applied. Switch the switch about 30° to the backward position so its lock tabs are in the bracket's notch and remove it from the bracket by pulling it rearward before releasing the brake pedal. To install it, attach the harness wires to the switch and then hold the brake pedal while following the company's instructions. Put the switch on the bracket with the tabs inside the notches and turn it clockwise 30° to lock in place. Take off the brake pedal and push the switch lever to the right to lock the plunger into place. Lastly, set up the knee bolster in the interior again.