2002 Jaguar X-Type Break fluid light staying on

2002 JAGUAR X-TYPE
110 MILES • 3.2L • V6 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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JINTY1
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The break fluid light staying on; mechanic said The break fluid sensor was faulty and the cap has a crack.I had the break fluid resevior & cap replaced and the light has stayed on can you advise please?
Nov 8, 2015 at 7:56 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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the brake light will stay on for a couple of reasons.

1. low fluid level
2. hydraulic failure on 1 side of the master cylinder
3. emergency brake switch not opening up.

Roy
Nov 8, 2015 at 8:11 PM
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JINTY1
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Thank you Roy I had the car completely checked out for a new Wof and had the break fluid replaced when they replaced the resevior.I will ask if they can check out your suggestion..
Nov 8, 2015 at 8:42 PM
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ok
Nov 9, 2015 at 4:25 AM
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