help!my 2002 pontiac grandprix Gt has no brake lights

[classy56]

Frist i would like to say hello to everyone.Im a newbie here.Now on with my headaches..My grandprix brake lights wont work i have had the fuses an blubs checked an replace my brake light switch they still wont work. Now my hazzard switch is stuck an wont go up an down..if i need them i would be in the hurts.Plus i have readed the forum about the keys getting stuck an not comeing out.my pontiac is the same way.it has been like that ever since i own the car.But i really need help with my brake lights an hazzard switch..Please help..I did order a multifunction switch {$289.00) i havent received it yet.also if you could tell me how to put this on.im worried about the air bag in the steering collum how do i disflate them..so please help.Thanks

[BNaylor]

Welcome to AF.

All you have to do is remove the airbag fuse to disarm the SIR system for safety. The steering wheel does not need removal nor the airbag module to replace the multifunction switch (MFS). About a 1 hour DIY job.

Based on your symptoms yout MFS is bad since the wiring for the brake lights pass through the contacts of the 4 way hazard switch which is part of the MFS.

Let me know if you need a procedure.

[classy56]

Thanks,yes i would like all the info on how to do fix it. "procedure" I hope i spelled that right..MFS didnt come today ,so maybe tomorrow an i will have all the info i need..im righting everything down.Thanks

[BNaylor]

The tech procedure is at the link below. It is for a Regal but it is the same for Grand Prix. Note: a part was omitted. To remove the tilt wheel lever use a small screwdriver and pry the retaining tab to the right located on the right hand side of the tilt lever mount. The lever will pull off. Good luck!

Click here

[classy56]

Ok great thanks,now im ready to get my car fix as soon as my mfs come in the mail.Should be here today..Ill let you know how it comes out..maybe this will help alot of others who has the same troubles as me.

[classy56]

Thanks BNaylor for all your help.I copy everything you told me an took it to the guy that works on all my cars.An guess what it works! I now have brake lights.He was worried about the raido locking up when he undid the battery cable.Radio fine 'no lock-up..thank god..It took him 2 hours to put the MFS on.The guy only charged me $65.00 labor that is also inclueding putting brakes on the rear. "Im a happy camper now" wow i love this forum"I read it everyday..again thanks for everything.

[NewmanMcGraw]

I replaced my multifunction switch two years -- $400.00 and some dollars -- now my brake lights aren't working again, but same as before my third brake light is fine. Do you think there is any kind of a warranty on this part, is it normal to go bad already?

[BNaylor]

Originally Posted by NewmanMcGraw

I replaced my multifunction switch two years -- $400.00 and some dollars -- now my brake lights aren't working again, but same as before my third brake light is fine. Do you think there is any kind of a warranty on this part, is it normal to go bad already?

Welcome to AF.

Where did you get the part from. What parts source? As far as warranty since it has been two years proobably not.

Just to be sure have you done any troubleshooting. Are the brake lamps good?