Brakes Warning Light

[kefty]

Im guessing but does this indicate that I am low on brake fluid? This light has never worked (handbrake switch not working maybe). The light is red and is on constantly. I have stopped driving until its sorted but I thought this would be a good place to start the investigation.

Any advice on why this light is on, and is it level which makes the light come on?
Thanks

KEFTY

[Mocki]

it does sound that way, pull the dash pod lid off and have a looksee at the res.......





or is it the wires to the handbrake switch or the switch, just coz they never worked dont mean it isnt the cause..........

[Westy.Club.Joker]

Other thing it might be is the wire to the handbrake switch is shorted, could be cut through, pull back the carpet and have a look. Mine was broken and frayed when I investigated it.

[kefty]

OK Guys, I now realise that I am losing fluid and the red light illum on dash is the warning low level. I have topped up reservoir twice now and booked into local garage for full check. Looking at the Haynes manual I think I could do the job but with it being brakes Id rather put in garage for work. Will this be a basic job for them, I mean Id like to know likely causes to fluid loss problem with costs etc? What parts are they likely to replace? (I have no reason to doubt their advice, I would just like to know about previous brake stories from you guys too)

Advice appreciated
Kefty

[tonytech]

Fluid reservoir also supplys Hydraulic clutch.

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