What Color Is The Stop Light Switch Wire on a 2015 Ford Explorer

Updated 03/07/2019 | Published 03/06/2019

Question:

I have to tap into the cold side wire of the brake pedal switch on a 2015 ford explorer limited. Can you tell me which is the correct wire?

asked by: Bill

Expert Reply:

According to my research, the cold side of the stop light switch on a 2015 Ford Explorer is a white/purple wire. However, this may not always be the case therefore it would be wise to check this before making the connection with a circuit tester. The wire should only have power while the brake pedal is depressed.

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expert reply by: Conner L