Ollieh17 Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 I've noticed if i apply the brakes with a slight bit of force the handbrake light comes on. Pretty sure the same happens if i change down through gears without applying the brakes. Also add the handbrake when applied is barely sufficient. Any idea what this could be? Brake fluid level appears to be between the max and min lines? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Chris Green Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Low brake fluid, or possibly pads. Not sure if these light up when pads are needed. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ollieh17 Posted January 6, 2014 Author Share Posted January 6, 2014 im guessing its fluid moving around as it does it when slowing through gears too? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Chris Green Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 It could be matey, I've been meaning to top mine up. Mine comes on during hard breaking. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TurboTobz Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Oo mine done the same this morning during a sudden force on the brakes wasn't aware it could be low brake fluid level thanks Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Socks Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Brake Pads wearing out. System uses more fluid to push the extra distance.. Low Fluid Level causes light to come on.. Top up fluid. Problem solved Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mech5107 Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 First check pads! Of worn change them.Then add fluid as needed. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Arnold Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 First check pads! Of worn change them.Then add fluid as needed. This No point driving around on excessively worn pads. Anyone just topping up fluid is asking for trouble Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ollieh17 Posted January 7, 2014 Author Share Posted January 7, 2014 have front disks and pads arriving soon, and do the rears soon after. Would people say braided lines are a necessary addition to a upgraded brake system Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mikey4410 Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 yes make a huge difference and I would highly recommended doing it for sure Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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