Symptoms
The push-button start won't crank the engine, often along with brake lights that don't work.
The fix, step by step
- With push-button start, the truck needs a signal that the brake pedal is pressed before it will start.
- Patrolapart says that signal comes from the brake light switch on the pedal assembly.
- Check the brake lights first.
- If they don't work and the truck won't start, unplug the switch at the pedal, remove it, fit the new one and set its adjustment to the manual before reconnecting.
Tools & part numbers
- Torch
- basic hand tools
- multimeter
Where to buy the parts
Brake light pedal switch (car won't start), Y62 VK56Patrolapart ↗Amazon ↗
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Rated for a competent home mechanic with a decent tool kit. Confirm torque figures, fluids and procedures against the factory service manual for your VIN, support the truck on stands rather than a jack, and work at your own risk (disclaimer). Some parts links are affiliate links, which pay us a small commission at no cost to you.