I went to turn it on and the brake warning light was on? Brakes?

Tiny
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I just replaced my battery three months ago. This morning when I went to turn it on and the brake warning light was on?
Saturday, January 14th, 2017 AT 12:11 PM

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Tiny
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The brake light remaining on means the brake fluid is low and that is normally due to a leak or the pads are worn and need replaced.

Here is a guide that will help with replacing the pads as that is the most common issue:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-front-brake-pads-and-rotors-fwd

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-rear-brake-pads-and-rotors

Lastly below is the process from the manual that will help with replacing the pads on this vehicle. Let us know if you have other questions. Thanks
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Tuesday, March 30th, 2021 AT 2:02 PM
Tiny
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Additionally, here are the installation instructions for the pads and rotors including torque specs.

Let us know if more info is needed.
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