1995 Dodge Stratus Brake Light Stays On

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SG0426
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I have a 1995 Dodge Stratus, 142,000 miles. th brake light on the dash will not go off. the hand brake works fine and releases fine and I have checked all the brake lights and they are functioning. I replaced the brakes 6 months ago but they are also fine. I checked all the fuses but do not find one for the brake light on the dash.

Is there a fuse for this or do you have any ideas on why it is on and how I can fix it?

I am sure it will not pass saftey with it being on so if you could please help I would be most grateful.

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Nov 9, 2006 at 7:02 AM
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BACKYARDMECHANIC
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try checking the bake fluid reservoir to see that the level is correct. The master cylinder has a float in it (like a gas gauge) to give you a warning that the fluid is low. ( the brake light) If it is low top off inspected the entire brake system for a leak.
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Nov 9, 2006 at 8:18 AM

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Check the brake fluid reservoir level. The master cylinder float turns on the dash brake warning light when fluid is low. If the level is low, top it off and inspect the entire brake system for leaks.

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The owner of a 1995 Dodge Stratus says the dash brake warning light stays on even though the parking brake releases properly, the exterior brake lights work, and the brakes were replaced six months ago. No related fuse was found. The expert advises checking the brake fluid level, topping it off if low, and inspecting the brake system for leaks.

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