1999 Chevy Malibu Intermittent Brake Light and Brake Alarm

WIZGURU

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1999 CHEVROLET MALIBU

1999 Chevy Malibu 50000 miles

Hello.

My 1999 Malibu (I bought new in 1999) brake light and alarm beeper intermittently comes ON, especially when I first drive it in the morning. They will then go OFF for some time, but come back ON for another random-length period. These changes usually occur when I am making a turn. After I drive the car for some time, the problem goes away.

I have alreadly taken it to several mechanics, including the dealer, and none can figure it out. I have also tried to research it Online and through several car repair manuals, still no luck.

I am beginning to believe that no one is competent enough to solve this most annoying problem.

I am pulling my hair out over this. Please help.

Thanks. John wizguru@jjwill. Com

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JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Hi:
Don't laugh, but has anyone checked the brake fluid level and if so the sensor that indicates low fluid?

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Tuesday, November 11th, 2008 AT 8:39 PM

WIZGURU

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Thanks for your response. Yes, one of the first things we did was check brake fluid level. A dealer mechanic later told us that the brake peddle was bad and needed to be replaced. Since the cost was extreme, we had him just simply disconnect the beeping.

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