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An issue with your vehicle’s brakes may cause your car’s brake warning lights to illuminate. This is a major issue since malfunctioning brakes may have devastating consequences on the road. However, diagnosing and fixing these issues is typically very easy. We spoke with AAA-certified mechanic shop owner Tom Eisenberg to get help understanding why the brake lights are illuminated on your dashboard.
Things You Should Know
- Brake service warning lights indicate an issue with the parking brake, the brake pads, or the hydraulic lines.
- If the brake light turns on and off, you probably have a bad brake sensor or control unit.
- Do not drive if you suspect you’ve got an issue with your brakes or you have any issues controlling the vehicle.
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References
- ↑ https://www.providencejournal.com/story/lifestyle/advice/2022/02/20/why-brake-warning-light-stays-on-after-fixing/9288521002/
- ↑ https://www.hondaofturnersville.com/service/service-and-parts-information/why-is-my-brake-light-on/
- ↑ https://www.quakerstate.com/en_us/car-care/checking-your-brake-fluid.html
- ↑ https://www.gmride.com.my/blog/brake-lights-stay-on-5-causes-how-to-fix-it/
- ↑ https://rent.toyota.co.jp/global_eng/drive/manual.html
- ↑ https://carfromjapan.com/article/car-maintenance/abs-light-stays-on-steps-to-fix/
- ↑ https://carfromjapan.com/article/car-maintenance/abs-light-stays-on-steps-to-fix/
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