fixing "brake lamp bulb fault"

for the past few weeks now I have been getting the "break lamp bulb fault" notification every time I started my car. After not finding any videos on how to resolve the issue, I decided to make one! hopefully this video was able to help you out, comment down below if you have any questions or videos you would like to see in the future.
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[@thebakerzdozen]

The first video to explain the dual filament of break and tail light - Thank-you

[@jojospeechy4761]

Thank you. I got charged $75 last time I needed one brake light replaced. Rip off. Won't let that happen again. Thank you so much!

[@kaerwyn]

Thank you so much for posting this! We had a feeling it would be easy, glad to find your video.

[@chinarainradiology]

Thank you! I literally just got done fixing my break light because of you. Super simple and straightforward video

[@dpoutdoors4702]

Super glad it helped!!!

[@sammyboy646]

I was glad to watch this. My friend is going to fix this for me but I wanted to know if he had a lot of work to do. Thanks!

[@dpoutdoors4702]

no problem! glad it could be of use to you! :)

[@Christoph3000]

Excellent! I wasn't sure how to remove my brake light assembly, Googled it and pulled up this video, and watched it in the parking lot of the auto store before diving in... Thank you!

[@dpoutdoors4702]

glad it helped!

[@traceww]

Thanks I used this tonight to replace bulb in 2014 Focus SE. Easy peasy!

[@dpoutdoors4702]

Glad it was able to help!!! Have a Happy new year!

[@joeyblanche9064]

Very informative and extremely easy to follow. Thanks for helping me save $80 dollars at the dealer!

[@megharris1280]

Thank you so much! This was super helpful. I did not know about the dual filament, and your comment actually saved me from going to the mechanic. Thanks!

[@herbertdaugherty636]

I know this video is a few years old but for a car dummy like me this was a great step by step.

[@dpoutdoors4702]

Thank you, super glad it was helpful!

[@venicefranzineresilla6747]

This is so helpful. Glad I don't have to go to a shop just for my brake light. 🙏

[@dpoutdoors4702]

Glad it was helpful!

[@linglanfu6585]

Thanks for sharing. Switched the brake light bulb on my focus! It worked!

[@dpoutdoors4702]

no problem! glad it helped you out!!

[@rummankarim]

Thank you so much for this video! I just saved money and a trip to mechanic!

[@nagakalanadhabhatla38]

Thanks a lot. This worked for my Ford Focus Sedan 2017 model.

[@dpoutdoors4702]

no problem. glad it could help! good to know it worked for that year and model as well.

[@RhodieM623]

Did you use the same bulbs?

[@lairdculver5924]

Great job! Easy to follow instructions and handy for those looking for this information. 🙂

[@HutchDudandy1]

Nice. glad I found this before I went anywere. just got this warning today

[@drewlynde8885]

Very helpful! This worked for my 2015 Ford Focus. Thank you!

[@MusicalMikus]

I have the same year/model, so glad to see someone say it will work!

[@Sunny_Days647]

Thanks. I still don't trust myself :/. I like the birds singing in the background. :)

[@robertkirschner3519]

Great video. Helped me out tons! Thank you. More info videos please. 😊

[@dpoutdoors4702]

So glad it helped! I have been planning on making some more just haven't gotten around to it. Will probably be able to start making more vidoes starting next month. :)

[@psychodelian]

you probably saved me about $75. Thanks!

[@sgtlewisbond]

My 2023 Ford Edge had a 3rd brake light burn out. I saw that fault light, replaced the 3rd brake light brake light works . Still occasionally getting the fault on console. ?? Light working 😁

[@dpoutdoors4702]

Well if you come back in 2023 I'll make a video for especially for you lol

[@brandondrake14]

Thanks so much for this very helpful video! Good job!

[@dpoutdoors4702]

Thank you! glad it could help!

[@richardrohr6006]

Adding to your instruction, wouldn't it be advisable to check bulb by having someone tap on brake? So dont have take apart again.

[@MaryTaylor-k2d]

Also be an idea to wear latex gloves when TOUCHING the new bulb 🤷‍♂️ not bad otherwise. Good catch your one as I've changed a bulb alone and was forced to squint at reflections to see if it's working again 😂 most likely done similar have you 😂👍

[@rafaelgomez1989]

❤❤❤ 10 STARS TUTORIAL !!!!

[@dpoutdoors4702]

Thank you!! :)

[@Maksimmy]

Hi thank you for a great video!! I changed my bulbs as per this video but when I turn my car back on I still get the brake bulb fault error. What do you recommend I do at this point??

[@timeinleasworld7525]

Same issue here

[@armandovaldez1853]

I had this problem as well. But when I replaced the the whole damaged lamp with a new one. Problem solved. Now I have the same issue on the other lamp. I am guessing the "bulb socket" is defective.

[@delbertreed9860]

I replaced both 3157 bulbs but still have the fault. Could it be the 3rd lamp above the window?

[@lorensnyder3093]

Thanks, I think this is my problem and your video helped me understand how to fix it

[@feliciawilliams6269]

Thanks for those information mine just came on and my old man told me there was nothing wrong

[@dpoutdoors4702]

Glad I could help! :)

[@nitashastgermain8215]

Thanks for your video! But my brake light fault still pops up, even though the light has been changed?😅

[@benlundgren9955]

Same. Haven't figured out what to do next.

[@best-planet8790]

Thanks! That worked for a 2016 Focus SE too and same bulb.

[@dpoutdoors4702]

Awesome!

[@HialeahGomez]

Very useful broski, thank you!

[@dpoutdoors4702]

Absolutely glad it was useful!!!

[@alanshields8036]

Exactly what I needed. Thanks.

[@dpoutdoors4702]

Glad it could help!!! :)

[@brentnelson594]

Thank you! Lift the black plastic cover from bottom and it should pull out easy on 2017 SEL. Same bulb too. $7 to $8 at AutoZ for dual pack.

[@dpoutdoors4702]

Good to know it works for the 2017 model as well. glad it helped! Thanks for watching!

[@davidmreyes77]

Awesome! My 2017 se just had the fault come up. Good to know it’s an easy fix.

[@jayking6360]

Very informative video! I noticed there were two bulbs. Where did you put the second one?

[@dpoutdoors4702]

I just kept the second one as a spare. The bulbs only come in packs of two from what I have seen. Glad it helped! Thank you for the feedback.

[@jayking6360]

@@dpoutdoors4702 Yeah this does help. I'm trying to do things like this myself. Hopefully I can save a few bucks from having to go to a mechanic.

[@francessogiede5243]

Thank you so much for sharing, I was just having the same problem right now

[@dpoutdoors4702]

No problem. Glad it helped!!!

[@freespirit8041]

Thank you I am going to have to do this today put a new lightbulb

[@freespirit8041]

I did it myself just by watching your video and I fix the problem thank you🤗

[@johnaiello2315]

I replaced the bulb, checked everything and they all work but the brake bulb message still shows, how do you fix that?

[@ced20riley]

Good looking out! Worked perfectly.

[@dpoutdoors4702]

AWESOME! Glad it helped!!! Thanks for letting me know!

[@robertjohnson4159]

Thank you fixed brake light.

[@treyjames7757]

Thanks it worked even on 2012 focus

[@dpoutdoors4702]

no problem good to know!

[@Neilfrozn]

Unfortunately, I did what you talked about in the video. And, the brake light fault is still showing up on my dashboard. So, now I'm stumped.

[@neenboi]

Umm if the light works u may neec to let the place u bought it from reset the screen

[@abdulraheemoye]

I have the same exact car so this video was the perfect one 👌

[@dpoutdoors4702]

Glad it could help!!!

[@joshuabrown8000]

Thanks for the help! This was quick and easy

[@jaylove1981]

Thanks. Very helpful.

[@pennyblalack2782]

Thank you so much!! This was so much help!

[@dpoutdoors4702]

you are so very welcome. Glad it helped out!!!

[@dmzempr]

Eazy peezy. Thanks for the guide.

[@dpoutdoors4702]

No problamo! glad it could help!

[@Natedawg422]

Thanks for the post dude that really helped. Also, those two black plastic "Bolts" are called "wing nuts".

[@xenitram]

Very helpful! Thank you for sharing!

[@pinky69207]

Great repair video. Thanks!

[@nambs2k]

Great.... saved $70 today!!!!

[@Hopeofmen]

Thank you so much! This solved my problem easily.

[@Tennis-3582]

You are the best . Appreciated

[@ahirwan]

We need many more such of these,strangers ready to help!.

[@vafingcherif2358]

thanks so much . i just change my bulb lamp

[@ahirwan]

This applies to Ford Kuga Vehicles sold in Australia.

[@Calicapenergy88]

I needed this. Thank you

[@welingtoncarvalho7907]

Just did that and my lights still won’t work. Any tips? It’s a brand new light bulb

[@MetalgunSrt4]

right on man thanks

[@dpoutdoors4702]

no problem, glad it helped!

[@ricktorgeud]

Very good first video! A suggestion: wear gloves or use a paper towel when handling the new bulb.

[@dpoutdoors4702]

Thank you! and good suggestion will do.

[@barbieengland-russell1669]

Thanks

[@aqeelshahid9383]

Ur amazing

[@LavenderHoneyASMR]

Thank you! 😊

[@dpoutdoors4702]

You are very Welcome!

[@butchrandle6404]

thanks great video

[@elizabethowens2053]

I changed my bulbs and message still pops up! What should I do?

[@laurengo8]

Would this work on a 2016 ford focus as well?

[@dpoutdoors4702]

It should. it may be a different model of bulb though, I'm not 100% sure. The model number should be on the black base of the bulb.

[@crazylady77777]

Do u need to change out both sides ?

[@dpoutdoors4702]

I did not have to with mine. However if both bulbs CAN have the same issue. they come in packs of two. probably not a bad idea to swap them both. if you are anything like me I would try to store the extra bulb in the pack and would loose it anyways LOL

[@crazylady77777]

@@dpoutdoors4702 Thank you yes I would probably lose the 2nd bulb lol. How did you know to do the one on the driver side? Rather than the passenger side 1 ... I have this message coming up as well so when the weather warms up on the weekend I will change them both out. I do have the dipped beam bulb fault message as well so I guess I have to change my headlight too...

[@christinecooney8974]

The notification pops up only intermittently & the brake light seems to be working. Could something else be wrong?

[@dpoutdoors4702]

I would try checking all three brake lights as well as the back running lights and and make sure they are all working. if it only pops on intermittently. One may just stop working for a second or two and trigger the code.

[@elitestar]

How did you pull it out? Mine is stuck. The bulb part

[@ephy1973]

Good video but this is not a "problem." This is the car alerting you to basic maintenance.

[@timotheekanda1430]

Thank you

[@larrylobster333]

So I did it and fixed the bulb that was out but it still pops up on my Dash any suggestions

[@MrNickjm2000]

Russell Serna that seems to be a wiring issue then.

[@davidarroyo2483]

what do you do if you replace the bulb and still have the fault

[@eric9291]

I replaced the standard bulb with LEDs. I get the fault after installing LEDs. The brake and running lights work. What could cause this?

[@sicily361]

I have the same issue, but when I replace both lights the warning signs it’s still popping up

[@travion4146]

Mines do not have those black things what should I do

[@dpoutdoors4702]

Your bulb may be a different model. some models do not have them and are built into the housing.

[@travion4146]

DPoutdoors how do I fix it

[@davidthapa5505]

What if the message comes even after changing the bulb ?

[@natural.buggle1513]

How do you take the bud out…….

[@davejoseph5615]

What if the brake light is working but you still see the fault?

[@melissablair5042]

thank you so much! i can do this! :)

[@ovidiuciuparu6421]

Worst light brand ... i have to change it again in less the 1 year...Why dod you use pliers when you can take that off with a screwdriver or hand?

[@dpoutdoors4702]

I haven't had any issues with this brand of bulb. sorry you are continuing to have issues with them. It was super tight on there so I really just use them to loosen it.

[@supfpv]

Swapped bulb, brakes now work but error still comes up

[@thewoodsmanphotographer7997]

Mine too. Did you ever fix it?

[@godandcountry8218]

I have a much smaller panel 2016 focus hatchback

[@dpoutdoors4702]

Good to know. Is it located in the same spot?

[@godandcountry8218]

@@dpoutdoors4702 yes but it's about 4" x5" only for 2 fly nuts access, weird. I haven't seen one video that looks like mine, however I changed it out today in about 6 minutes 👊🇺🇸

[@schmo9425]

I get the 'stop lamp bulb fault' come up on my dash but my break lights are fine and it just passed MOT. Does anyone know how to clear the annoying message that comes on everytime I start the engine?

[@ahirwan]

Ford Dealer charged me 20AUD for this on site Job while I wait in the Lounge!

[@dpoutdoors4702]

There have been a handful of people that have said this didn't work for them. It works for about 95% So hopefully the dealership had to do something else on top of this....

[@Daraina]

Mine does this but the brake light works just fine.

[@chriswatson9743]

Followed the steps and warning still comes up

[@sherreenorman6223]

Amber bulb not clear.(Ford focus 13)

[@dpoutdoors4702]

good to know! Thanks for the heads up!

[@travisallen7682]

I just replaced them and again this happen

[@elitestar]

This car's brake light always goes out. This car is a piece of shit. I have to replace the bulb at least once a year

[@ricclees1563]

New bulb didn’t fix my problem

[@mikebailey783]

So you can actually see the message on the display spelled as 'brake' - yet you've posted the video with it spelled 'break'! - You're gonna get some disappointed YT searchers who were expecting some kind of bulb-smashing party!

[@douglaspitcher2834]

Mike Bailey Hahahaha!!!! I think he needs to make another video for us!

[@sexychichie1]

I couldn’t figure out how to unscrew the light bulb

[@dpoutdoors4702]

It doesn't unscrew. it pulls straight out.

[@sexychichie1]

DPoutdoors ill try that, thank you

[@patriciaferrari3781]

Thanks! Great job!

[@dpoutdoors4702]

You're welcome! Thank you! :)

[@MrRcastillo1]

thank you