1998 Ford Escort Brake Light On and Off

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PATRICEM740
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we have a 98 ford escort 185000 and as of last week the brake light has been going on then off but the car does have brake fluid...we just dont know what the prb is can someone help :?
Oct 24, 2006 at 5:35 AM
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BRUCE HUNT
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Check out the emergency brake switch.
Oct 24, 2006 at 8:05 AM
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PATRICEM740
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thanks...but where is the emergency brake switch on the ford escort 98
Oct 24, 2006 at 8:28 AM
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RAGS729
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Take the console loose where the brake handle is and it should be staring right at you.
Oct 26, 2006 at 4:23 AM
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Check the emergency brake switch. Loosen the console around the parking brake handle to access the switch.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 1998 Ford Escort reports the brake warning light coming on and off even though brake fluid is present. An expert advises checking the emergency brake switch. Another reply says the switch is under the console by the parking brake handle.

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