1997 Chevy Lumina Brake Light/ Noise

1997 CHEVROLET LUMINA
150,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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MELIBEE
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Brake light on almost constantly for last few months. Boyfriend took a peek and they seem to be fine. Today for first time there was a clicking sound for the first few times I pressed brake after starting car .
Apr 23, 2009 at 5:31 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Is the fluid full? Also, when he checked the brakes, how much pad was left? The clicking sound may be coming from the loose pads from being worn.

Let me know.
Joe
Apr 25, 2009 at 3:40 PM
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MELIBEE
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Pretty sure he checked fluid but will double check , get more info, and write back. There was only that one time it made those clicking sounds, but the light still comes on and off ( mostly on) constantly. I have wondered if my emergency break is not releasing completely, and how to check that?? Thanks a BUNCH :)
Apr 26, 2009 at 6:50 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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If you look under the dash, you will see a switch that is actuated by the e-brake pedal. Make sure it is properly adjusted. Also, if you hold the brake release and pull up on the pedal, it should return the entire way.

Just to let you know, a non returning e-brake pedal is a common problem with the brake light staying on.

Let me know what you find.
Apr 26, 2009 at 1:27 PM
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