I started my car this morning and the brake light on the dashboard stayed on. What are the possible issues and what are the solutions?
Sep 4, 2024 at 11:05 AM
Brake light "on"?
2001 TOYOTA AVALON
RO83AA
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,
If it is only the brake light and not the ABS, first, check to make sure the brake fluid in the master cylinder is full.
When you open the hood, the brake master cylinder is on the driver's side of the firewall. See pic below.
Also, check to make sure the parking brake is fully released.
Check this first and let me know what you find.
Joe
See pic below.
If it is only the brake light and not the ABS, first, check to make sure the brake fluid in the master cylinder is full.
When you open the hood, the brake master cylinder is on the driver's side of the firewall. See pic below.
Also, check to make sure the parking brake is fully released.
Check this first and let me know what you find.
Joe
See pic below.
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Sep 4, 2024 at 8:22 PM
Thank you for your response. It was the brake fluid, like you said.
Sep 6, 2024 at 2:42 PM
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
- ✓ASE Certified Mechanic
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Hi,
No problem whatsoever. Keep an eye on it to make sure it doesn't get low again. That could indicate a leak. On the other hand, it is normal as brakes wear for the fluid to get lower in the reservoir. Regardless, keep an eye on it.
Take care and feel free to come back anytime in the future.
Joe
No problem whatsoever. Keep an eye on it to make sure it doesn't get low again. That could indicate a leak. On the other hand, it is normal as brakes wear for the fluid to get lower in the reservoir. Regardless, keep an eye on it.
Take care and feel free to come back anytime in the future.
Joe
Sep 6, 2024 at 7:56 PM
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