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SportTrac Discussion
Wheels, Tires & Brakes
Parking Brake Light Staying On
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<blockquote data-quote="Yardsale " data-source="post: 1036337" data-attributes="member: 58988"><p>While it is true that the parking brake is mechanical, the <strong>BRAKE</strong> light is multi-functional.</p><p><strong>Brake system warning</strong></p><p>Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to indicate a system check. Also</p><p>illuminates if the parking brake is engaged. If the brake warning lamp does not illuminate at these times, seek service immediately. <u>Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately.</u></p><p>There is a float in the master cylinder that closes a circuit that turns-on the <strong>BRAKE</strong> light when the fluid level in the master cylinder is low. Ideally, the fluid is low due to worn brake pads (and the fluid is in the calipers), but could be because of a leak (not ideal).</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Yardsale , post: 1036337, member: 58988"] While it is true that the parking brake is mechanical, the [B]BRAKE[/B] light is multi-functional. [B]Brake system warning[/B] Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to indicate a system check. Also illuminates if the parking brake is engaged. If the brake warning lamp does not illuminate at these times, seek service immediately. [U]Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately.[/U] There is a float in the master cylinder that closes a circuit that turns-on the [B]BRAKE[/B] light when the fluid level in the master cylinder is low. Ideally, the fluid is low due to worn brake pads (and the fluid is in the calipers), but could be because of a leak (not ideal). [/QUOTE]
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