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klint conrad Posted on Sep 11, 2012
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When the parking brake is unset the warning light stays on how do i get it off its on my 2000 explorer

Parking brake warning light stays on and will not go off

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Try pulling release handle and pulling up on the e-brake pedal.then afterwards adjust parking brake.

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jul 06, 2008

SOURCE: parking brake light

The parking brake and the low brake fluid use the same light. If it comes on during acceleration, your brake fluid level is low and you need to add some brake fluid or replace your pads. The brake fluid gets low as the pads wear as the whole system is hydraulic. Another possibility is a brake fluid leak. As you accelerate, the fluid gets pushed back causing the low brake fluid light to turn on.

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Dec 14, 2008

SOURCE: Abs and parking brake lights come on and stay on

There is probably a problem with you anti lock brake system. Have it checked at your local dealership. Brakes are a problem that should never be let go.

Darrell

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  • Posted on Feb 17, 2009

SOURCE: Toyota Camery rear light warning light indicator on.

If your sure ALL of your bulbs are good(front and rear)then your bulb check relay is bad its usually in the trunk area,hope it helps have a good dayDB

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Apr 13, 2009

SOURCE: Dash board parking brake and ABS lights stay

you have an abs fault. have your abs system scanned for codes.

your base brakes will continue to function normally

Anonymous

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  • Posted on May 19, 2009

SOURCE: parking brake

05 LS, i also have the same problem, heater blowing hot and parking brake light coming on. i just read that the malfunction from the (dual coil water control valve) will cause a spike in the system an will set off the parking brake light. The dealer wanted $645 w/tax to install a new water control valve Ford Part # 2R8Z18495AA, YEAH RIGHT !!!! I found the part on line for $110 w/shipping, i am going to install my self. Its sits behind the radiator passenger side about 6" deep from the fender. very easy to get to , one bolt, one sensor needs detached and the 3 heater hoses that go to it need clamped off before replacing it. As far as the brake light i read that you have to get the brake re-calibrated by the dealer, I dont know yet. If you want the web address for the part let me know. i also posted where to find your code for your door access on a 05 LS. [email protected]

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The parking brake and the low brake fluid use the same light. If it comes on during acceleration, your brake fluid level is low and you need to add some brake fluid or replace your pads. The brake fluid gets low as the pads wear as the whole system is hydraulic. Another possibility is a brake fluid leak. As you accelerate, the fluid gets pushed back causing the low brake fluid light to turn on.
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