there should be a switch that activates the brakes that connects to the brakepedal. Could be stuck down i dunno if thats how it works on a stilo but thats wot it was on my mates golf. Hope that helps
Yeah, will be a faulty brake light switch. Common problem, and will need replacing.
It's located either above the brake pedal, or in the passenger footwell where the pedal boz goes through the bulkhead to the survo. Can't remember exactly which side though..