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How can you get the hazard lights to keep on blinking while brake pedal is pressed in a 1998 Chevy Tahoe?

You can't directly wire the hazard lights to activate only when the brake pedal is pressed in a 1998 Chevy Tahoe (or any other vehicle) without significant modifications that could be dangerous and void your insurance. The hazard lights are designed as a warning system for emergencies, not as a supplementary brake light. Activating them only while braking would be counterintuitive and confusing to other drivers.

Any attempt to hardwire this would require bypassing safety systems and could lead to:

* Electrical malfunctions: Overloading circuits, blowing fuses, or damaging the wiring harness.

* Brake light failure: If the hazard light system interferes with the brake light circuit, your brake lights might not work properly, creating a significant safety hazard.

* Voiding your warranty (if applicable): Major modifications to the vehicle's electrical system will likely invalidate any remaining warranty.

* Illegal modification: Depending on your location, this type of modification might be illegal.

If you're looking for brighter or more visible brake lights, consider upgrading to brighter bulbs or installing aftermarket LED brake lights that are designed for that purpose. These are readily available and safer alternatives.