I started my Volvo and it died, then I restarted it and it sputter and then died again. Finally I got it to run, then I noticed the message "stop light replace" on my dash. I parked, walked away and noticed my brake lights went on and stayed on. I fiddled with the brake peddle but nothing worked, I finally just unhooked the battery. Anyone have an idea on where to start? Thanks in advance.

 

If all three brake lamps stay lit, including the center, it's probably the brake lamp relay which is located in left rear side of vehicle in the fuse block compartment (that hidden one covered with carpet). Volvo usually uses ID "RMI5" - that's as close as I can get you. If possible, try testing first by using an existing "good" relay back there. Any should work if the spades match up. Check around for moisture - should be bone dry, but I've heard of techs drilling holes up from the bottom of the vehicle into that compartment to run accessory wiring and not sealing the holes they've created. Sorry that I can't get you closer to the exact location of the relay, but I'm too lazy to go outside and check for you. Smirk.

 

Thanks for the reply herrvolvo,
Turns out rain got in to the computer through the harness. I was hoping it was going to be a recall issue but no luck. I'm headed to dealer to see for myself. I wonder how many occurrences it takes to become a recall?