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CamNub · 11-27-2007, 10:37 AM

I haven't had much time to research this, but the Camry was on the driveway all night w/ the Ebrake on.

This morning, I put it down, but the "Brake" light was still illuminated on my dash. Anyone have a clue as to why? The Ebrake was completely down.

I suspect that somewhere there is a screwed up connection (something is making the connection to turn on the light), but maybe someone else can shed a little light onto this problem...

Kep · 11-27-2007, 01:17 PM

Long shot but you're up in Minn. Check your brake fluid reservoir. Since it got cold up there the fluid may have contracted enough to trip the light. Overnight it gets the coldest.

Kep

Mike Gerber · 11-27-2007, 06:21 PM

90% of the time when this light stays on, the master cylinder is low on brake fluid. Top it off to the "MAX" line and the light should go out. Then, as soon as possible, have your front brake pads (and/or) rear drums/pads checked for minimal thickness. When the master goes down this far, it usually indicates some wear on the pads/shoes.

Mike