Brake lights not working

1999 CHEVROLET 3500
212,000 MILES • 5.7L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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KINGW1701
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CHMSL brake light works, taillights work, signals work, DRL works, when brake pedal is pressed the rest of lights do dim but very little.
May 5, 2022 at 7:41 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

If it is only the brake lamps (excluding the CHMSL) that aren't working, then either there is a wiring problem, or the turn signal/Hazard switch is bad.

I attached two pics below containing the brake light wiring schematic. I highlighted the wiring. If there was a problem with a fuse, switch, or relay, the CHMSL wouldn't work. Since it does, that leaves the two things I mentioned.

We need to start by testing if there is power to the light sockets on both sides. On the left side lamp assembly will be a yellow wire that powers the brake lights. On the right the wire is dark green. Test for power at those two wires.

Here is a link you may find helpful:

Let me know what you find or if you have other questions.

Take care,

Joe

See pics below.
May 5, 2022 at 8:50 PM