Why is my parking brake light on when my brake is down?
Why is my parking brake light on when my brake is down?
Bad Switch: One common reason for the Parking Brake light to stay on is a failing or failed switch. This can be checked easily by jiggling the handle after it is down. If the light turns off (or turns off and then back on), the switch is the most likely culprit and will need to be replaced.
Is it safe to drive with the brake warning light on?
Driving with the Brake Warning Light on should not be done as this is dangerous. It means your brakes are not working properly and need to be repaired as soon as possible.
What should you do if the brake system warning light comes on?
If you’ve just started your car and notice that the brake system warning light is on, don’t run the risk of driving the vehicle. First, check to make sure that the parking brake is completely disengaged. Some cars have a common warning light for the brake system and the parking brake.
Where is the parking brake sensor?
Locate your parking brake switch. If you have a foot style parking brake, the switch is under the dash mounted to or behind the lever. If you have a hand style parking brake, the switch is mounted under the center console assembly on or below the lever.
What should you do if the brake warning light comes on?
How do I fix my brake warning light?
WHAT TO DO?
- Push the brake pedal several times to ensure contact between brake pads and brake discs.
- Switch the dashboard off for a few seconds.
- Switch the dashboard back on and check if the light still remains.
What do you do when your brake warning light comes on?
Push the brake pedal several times to ensure contact between brake pads and brake discs. Switch the dashboard off for a few seconds. Switch the dashboard back on and check if the light still remains.
What are the warning lights on a Saab?
Saab warning lights, car warning symbols such as engine management light, ABS light, airbag light this guide will help you. We have created this dashboard lights meaning guide and will show you how to deal with an engine light, airbag warning light, ABS light and all of the other car warning signs on your Saab dashboard.
How does the brake light work on a Saab?
When a Saab dies, the world becomes a little less quirky. The ! light in triangle, Central Warning Lamp (not the gearbox one) and brake (fluid) light will be turned on when the ABS lamp is lit. The ABS – and TC/ABS modules are powered by the #2 Maxi Fuse, 50 A, in the engine bay main fuse board, to be checked.
Is it safe to drive a Saab with ABS?
Since being caught out driving in the worst rain I have ever seen, and having to brake heavily the next day, the “anti-lock” light is permanently lit on the panel. Is the car safe to drive like this (I have never had ABS before)?
Where is the ABS controller on a Saab?
Theres an outside chance that the ABS Controller itself has failed. This is usually found either on the back of the battery tray (Pre 95?) or under the false bulkhead with the ECU (on Post 95 cars). You will need to take the car to somebody with a Tech-II and they will be able to read the fault codes for you.