Brake Controller install..where is the active brake light wire under the dash?

jswinsky1203

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2013 Mazda CX-5
Hey all!

Im installing a brake controller and I have everything except I can't find the brake connection to find the actual brake wire that I need to tap into.

Does anyone know where the brake switch connection is under the dash?

Ive been looking at the service manual as well and I'm having a hard time figuring out where I am suposed to be looking. It states it comes off the PCM and the Smart Entry Control.

Any help would be appreciated!
 
I just replaced my brake switch. Its a big blue box, and you can see the switch hit the pedal. It does not take any tools to remove. Just a twist like replacing a tail light. Then you can get to the plug to it. I had to use some the push on the very center of the tab. It was not easy to unplug just using your hands. You can try to get to the wire without removing the switch. Basically you have to lay down on your back under the dash.
 

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I just replaced my brake switch. Its a big blue box, and you can see the switch hit the pedal. It does not take any tools to remove. Just a twist like replacing a tail light. Then you can get to the plug to it. I had to use some the push on the very center of the tab. It was not easy to unplug just using your hands. You can try to get to the wire without removing the switch. Basically you have to lay down on your back under the dash.
What happened that you had to replace it?
 

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