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Josh,
 I read your response to an earlier brake lights not working question.  I'm pretty sure my problem roots at the brake light sensor on the pedal. Do I take it off and buy a new one.  Is there a way to repair it.  

 I also have water in my trunk, under the battery.  I'm getting a volt reader soon.  Bulb connetors look  decent enough to be not causing the problem.

Thanks

Michael

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Micheal,
 I suppose the brake light switch could be repaired, as long as it's not damaged badly.  It's probably the contacts inside the switch, as they become corroded some times.  
 The water in the trunk is a common problem, and usually it's because of the antenna seal, brake light seals, or the trunk lid seal.
 
 Hope this helps,
 Josh

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I can answer questions related to the BMW e30. These are the cars produced from 1984-1991 (1992 for convertable) in the United states. I am more fluent with the six cylinder models, although few things changed for the 4 cylinder cars. I know most of the problematic areas of these cars, and have found ways to fix them.

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I have owned six different E30's over the last 10 years. I do all my own work, and know about ever nut and bolt on these cars.   

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