RocketBoyLes

Thanks so much. I figure this switch is down there somewhere by the brake pedal. The replacement switch I obtained has a plunger on it and would indeed operate when depressed by pressing the brake pedal. I got under there (best as I could) and tried to look for it, but couldn't see it. I am 99.9% positive this is the problem. A master mechanic friend of mine told me that the inter-lock is typically tied into the light switch. It's for this reason you have to push down the brake to "un-lock" the shifter. Sure enough...my brake lights are NOT working, so it makes sense. I have removed that little cover and tripped the manual lock out so I can move the car, but obviously, I want to get it fixed. I'm certain I could change the switch if I could just locate it (I've built a couple homebuilt aircraft and cars all my life) so fixing it I'm certain is no big deal. Finding the switch at this point is the issue. I'm 6'3" and that makes it all but impossible to get into a position to work under the dash on this and just about any car. If anyone knows exactly where this switch is, let me know please. Most likely I'll have to take it to someone who can work under the dash anyway even when/if I do locate it!! Thanks again. I'm most appreciative. I'll let you know what I figure out here. B) Les in Ohio

Hi, I need to replace the brake light switch on my 97' LS400. I have the replacement switch, but can't locate it. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Since the transmission shift lever lock-out is activated by this switch, I can't drive the car :( . Any advice concerning location and changing the switch would be most appreciated. Email to me if you want at: Lalderman@aol.com. Thank you. Leslie Alderman in Ohio