It has been cold here for a bit in ATL and when I start it and release the e-brake the light on the dash stays on till when something happens, car is warmed up or some crap. Anyone got a clue on what to look for to fix this problem?
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It has been cold here for a bit in ATL and when I start it and release the e-brake the light on the dash stays on till when something happens, car is warmed up or some crap. Anyone got a clue on what to look for to fix this problem?
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My guess would be the actual E-Brake switch. I haven't been into the console for a while but, it should be close to the brake handle.. Use a good elertical parts cleaner and get the gunk out. the cold binds it up till it warms enough to let the spring work.
Scott / moncha.com
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Cyrk - I been having a problem with mine as well - if I lift the e-brake handle slightly (not to the first click) - it goes off. Sometimes will stay off if I let go, most times will not. I haven't had a chance to tear the console apart, but looking atthe diagram, it looks like it may be on mount that is adjustable so maybe just needs adjustment. I'l llet you know when I get a chance to get in there.
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Finally got the chance to open up the console and look at the problem - it was a 10 cent repair - only, I made 10 cents by fixing it! Somehow, some way, an errant dime had found its way under my console and under the e-brake switch shorting it to the chassis - which turned on the brake light. How in the hell that happened, I'll never know! With the brake handle all the way down, it pressed the switch (which activates the light) down onto the dime and created a ground which turned on the light. Go figure!
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Well Mine turned out to be my brake pads they had eaten into my front rotors and I was not aware till it was too late... I had gotten some race pads from Hong Kong from N1 wayyy back when and they had no indicator wear on them so they wore down right into my nice expensive Powerslot rotors. I ordered some OEM pads and a set of new front Powerslot rotors and after they were installed my Ebrake light is off... weird, was not aware that they were connected to the pads/rotors.
Super VXer
the light comes on when your fluid gets low.so low fluid will also cause the light to go on. shawn
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NOT GOOD! It seems like it was not that long ago that you got those pads/rotors - are they susceptible to premature wear? I have been considering these rotors - what is your impression - would you recommend them?Originally Posted by Cyrk
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