VW, Audi, Skoda, Seat, BRAKE PEDAL SWITCH fix

In this video I show you how I fixed an inoperative rear brake light by replacing the brake pedal switch fitted to many VW, Audi, Seat, Skoda early model cars.
early type brake switch unit OEM: 1J0 945 511C
Revised OEM: 6Q0 945 511
4 pin connector

These also come under many other variants
VAG
1J0 945 511 A
1J0 945 511 B
1J0 945 511 C
1J0 945 515
1J0 945 511 D
945 511 1J0 E
1J0 945 511 F
to list but a few, you get the gist, make sure you get one that states it is for your car, most 4 pin are!

The car shown is a Skoda Fabia MK1 which failed to illuminate both rear brake lights when the pedal was depressed.
When the driving lights were turned on there was interference between the circuits and when the brake pedal was depressed.
The driving lights became brighter. The dashboard showed up the EML light which went out after the repair was made.

IMPORTANT NOTICE
Please make sure you purchase a good high quality switch which come ready to fit in the OPEN position. It is important that the switch is in the OPEN position when fitting and not closed as this will destroy the switch when fitting.

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[AJFBandit]

Mega useful, especially the pulling out of the plunger bit! I nearly smashed my car up in anger when I put the switch back in and it didn't reach the pedal!!! Nice 1 pal.

[terrilouise]

Thank you for this tutorial! Saved me every time ive had any issues. Just as easy as you've shown in your video to change. Absolutely life saver! 😅 Thank you!

[stuartstokes]

Thanks for the video! Sorted my car out in less than 2 minutes. Great instructions.

[AboveGroundLevel.]

Mine has just gone. Great video Thank you 🙂. Got me back on the road for the new week 👍

[zikovsnorton]

When i changed pedal switch, dash board light are gone(glow plug indicator).now its 👌🏻

[CP-uzzl]

On Skoda Fabia (Mk2 pre-FL) replacement took 3 min without a single tool! Just flexed and removed the foam panel and unscrewed the part. Cost of part (Genuine 6Q0945511) was 15 euro (at local parts dealer in Thessaloniki, Greece).

[HelldiverRogers]

Thanks for the video. I tried replacing the switch but the brake lights just stayed on permanently even when putting the old switch back in.

[cristienea]

Hello! A little short this video. Usually is more explicit. How did you get out the pedal mask? Thank you!

[callumwilson]

Getting a loud click majority of the time immediately after i press the brake pedal on my 2014 polo, reckon this could be the issue?

[miransalih]

Hi, I have got the glow plug light on for a few days on my fabia, I purchased and replaced the glow plug myself, but the might still there. As I search I saw post says could be the break switch light need replacing. Can u ask what light was on your dash please?

[mti]

Do you need to remove any fuses or disconnect battery to do this? Buying a Fabia with this issue and just wanted some info guys thanks. Can I just remove the side plastic and bottom plastic then take the switch out ?

[Car-sc]

Have it Jetta. Want to change brake light switch. Open panel and I Do not see the switch. I see a hole. But no switch. Have you seen such a mess?

[riderzinc]

Just bought one from vw and somehow when i twisted it to secure in it snapped the fixing tab part off 😭

[nikoabednego]

Jst replaced mine but is not working what could be the problem

[bigboolinbk]

My brake lights on my 07 Volkswagen coupe will not engage put a new switch and new

[andybrown]

Aren't we supposed to depress brake pedal, put device in, release pedal slowly, then turn to lock in device?

[toast]

Anyone able to tell me the part number of the 4-pin plug on the loom itself please?

[mariachiwaula]

Can't find the switch on Polo 1.4 6R

[scorpioblue]

If you put it like this way you destroy the switch