Is your brake light constantly on?

Jun 20, 2025 4:17 pm

Happy Friday!


DIY enthusiast Jon R. was having trouble with his 2016 Volkswagen Jetta. The brake lights were always on, whether or not the brake pedal was being pressed. After he learned the dealership wanted to charge him $300 just for a diagnosis, he decided he would rather try to fix the problem himself.


After some trial and error - and help from the YOUCANIC scanner - Jon discovered that the issue was a blown fuse. After replacing the faulty fuse, everything went back to normal. "A single blown fuse can trick these systems into thinking the brake pedal is always pressed or never pressed."


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A YOUCANIC Scanner helped Jon diagnose and repair his car, saving hundreds on repairs and avoiding a trip to the dealership. Do you want to begin your DIY repair journey? Buy a YOUCANIC scanner and start fixing your car like a pro!


"If you’re serious about maintaining your car—or want to avoid getting ripped off at the dealership—I can’t recommend the YOUCANIC scanner enough. It’s paid for itself many times over." - Jon R.


Do you want to inspire other car owners to take on their own repairs? Submit your own success story! Whether you've fixed a tire or changed a clockspring, sharing your story encourages others to take on projects of their own, possibly saving hundreds on repairs!


Until next time,

Team YOUCANIC

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