Renault Espace brake pedal switch replacement, made easy

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How much does a brake pedal switch replacement cost for Renault Espace?

A typical brake pedal switch replacement in the UK costs around £78 - £123. Depending on your Renault Espace engine, and whether you live in a big city or a small one, the price of a brake pedal switch replacement on your vehicle can be higher or lower. We computed prices for some of the best-selling cars in the UK in order to give you an idea of how much does a brake pedal switch replacement costs.
Car modelFixter price range
Brake pedal switch replacement for Renault Espace£78 - £123
MOT for Renault Espace£25 - £39
Car service for Renault Espace£149 - £234
Front brake pads replacement for Renault Espace£67 - £106
Rear brake pads replacement for Renault Espace£78 - £123
Front brake discs replacement for Renault Espace£213 - £334
Brake discs and pads replacement (rear) for Renault Espace£227 - £357

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What does a brake pedal switch do?

The brake pedal switch serves two major functions; it turns on the brake lights when a driver presses the brake pedal. It also sends a signal to your car’s computer that the brakes have been applied.

What are the symptoms of a bad brake pedal switch?

Below are the top three symptoms that could indicate you need to replace your brake pedal switch:

  • Brake lights stop working or work intermittently

  • Brake lights stay permanently on, even when the pedal is not pressed

  • Check Engine or ABS system warning light comes on

What happens when we do a brake pedal switch replacement on your car?

Our certified mechanics will:

  • First inspect the brake light system and corresponding switch.

  • If necessary, the mechanic will replace the faulty brake pedal switch.

  • Advise if any related parts need to be replaced or repaired.

  • Test the lights again to ensure they function properly and the switch has been installed correctly.

Daniel, from LondonDaniel, from London

Hey Fixter, can I drive with a bad brake pedal switch?

No, you shouldn’t drive with a failing brake pedal switch. Brake lights are a vital safety feature on your car, without them you pose a risk to yourself and other road users. In the UK it is a legal requirement to have two working brake lights.

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Want to learn more about Renault Espace brake pedal switch replacement?

What does a brake pedal switch do?

The brake pedal switch is a small device usually attached to the brake pedal mechanism. The brake pedal switch serves two major functions; it turns on the brake lights when a driver presses the brake pedal. It also sends a signal to your car’s computer that the brakes have been applied.

The brake pedal switch plays an important role in most modern cars. Many vehicle systems including push-button start, anti-lock brakes and vehicle stability control cannot operate if a brake pedal switch is not working properly.

Renault

Groupe Renault is a French multinational automobile manufacturer, established over 120 years ago in 1899.

This French marque has around 1.4million vehicles on the road in the UK today. Their numbers peaked between 2007 and 2008 at over 2million vehicles, yet have been on a slow decline ever since.

Sensibly priced options for middle of the road vehicles

Renault makes a wide-ranging selection of respectable vehicles.

As you’ll find with most manufacturers in today’s market, the cream of their crop lies with their SUV models. Other stand-outs are the RS models built for a much more fun driving experience and the electric models that are also sitting impressively in a steadily growing market.

Renault: a constant contender in all manner of motorsports

In the 1970s, Renault set up a dedicated motorsport division that went on to take the winners title in the Le Mans 24 Hours in 1978, with the Renault Alpine A442. They have been competing and achieving successes in both rallying and Formula One ever since.

Renault Formula One

Renault debuted their first formula one car (and team) at Silverstone in 1977; it was the first of its kind to include a turbo engine. The team continued until 1986 and shortly after, in 1989, they began to supply engines to the successful Williams-Renault car.

The Benetton team was renamed Renault F1 in 2002, and the team went on to win the constructors championship in both 2005 and 2006 with Spaniard Fernando Alonso at the wheel.

More recently, Renault powered the winning Red Bull Racing team in 2010 and returned to racing as a team in their own right, from the 2016 season onwards.

How often should a brake pedal switch need replacing?

Brake pedal switches are designed to last the lifetime of the vehicle, however because they are in constant use they can wear out over time. The frequent pressing of the switch can cause the internal components to wear out and eventually fail, how quickly this happens will depend on the quality of the parts and how often you use your vehicle.

As soon as you suspect there may be a problem with this switch you should have it replaced - it is important in maintaining a high degree of safety while on the road.

The law, vehicle regulations and your MOT

Failing or broken brake lights are not only dangerous for yourself and other road users, but they’re also illegal in the UK. By law your car must have two working brake lights, or you risk being pulled over by the police and potentially fined.

The brake pedal switch is checked as part of an MOT, therefore if it's not functioning as it should, your car will fail the test. To save yourself time and money you should have your switch replaced if you suspect there may be a fault.

What causes a brake pedal switch to break?

Brake pedal switch failure is not a common problem and is not part of regular car maintenance. However, like any car part it can fail or wear out at any time and will need to be replaced as soon as possible when this occurs.

What are the signs of a bad brake pedal switch?

Usually, there a few signs you can look for:

  • Brake lights stop working or work intermittently

  • Brake lights stay permanently on, even when the pedal is not pressed

  • Check Engine or ABS system warning light comes on

  • Systems such as anti-lock brakes, push start or vehicle stability control aren’t working as they should

How often should you replace your brake pedal switch?

For the most part, the brake pedal switch is built to last the lifetime of your car. Generally, these switches will only wear out due to the continuous use that they get. Being constantly pushed can eventually wear out the internal components of this switch. As soon as you suspect there may be a problem with this switch you should have it replaced - it is important in maintaining a high degree of safety while on the road.

What happens during a brake pedal switch replacement?

During the repair our certified mechanics will:

  • First inspect the brake light system and corresponding switch.

  • If necessary, the mechanic will replace the faulty brake pedal switch.

  • Advise if any related parts need to be replaced or repaired.

  • Test the lights again to ensure they function properly and the switch has been installed correctly.

What is the average life of a brake pedal switch?

Brake pedal switches are designed to last the lifetime of the vehicle, however because they are in constant use they can wear out over time. The frequent pressing of the switch can cause the internal components to wear out and eventually fail, how quickly this happens will depend on the quality of the parts and how often you use your vehicle.

Can you drive with a broken brake pedal switch?

No, you shouldn’t drive with a failing brake pedal switch. Brake lights are a vital safety feature on your car, without them you pose a risk to yourself and other road users. A bad brake pedal switch can also prevent other systems in your car from working, such as push button start and anti-lock brakes.

It’s also important to note that failing or broken brake lights are not only dangerous but also illegal in the UK. By law your car must have two working brake lights, or you risk being pulled over by the police and potentially fined.

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We want to avoid that so our agents will work with you to try and find a new appointment instead. To discuss changing or cancelling a booking, please email or phone on 0330 808 9527.

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