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Old 02 September 2002, 03:36 PM
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anybody had this problem before?

the hand brake light stays on even after handbrake is released.

happened yeaterday but went off after a while.

happened this morning but stayed on until car turned off.

any help appreciated.

cheers
Old 02 September 2002, 03:39 PM
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you need to top up your brake fluid
Old 02 September 2002, 04:32 PM
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or it could be the little float in the reservoir gets stuck.. just undo the cap dab it with a finger and bobs yer uncle (also check fluid level at the same time. have to do mine every 3-4 months.
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Getting to be a weekly thread topic, this one
Old 02 September 2002, 05:18 PM
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Yup - I did this one 3 weeks ago. All was fine, except the
discs were badly worn. So, check pads and discs as well.
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