The vehicle does not monitor the amount of brake life you have left nor does the red BRAKE warning light indicate that pads and rotor need replacement.
The red BRAKE warning indicator is meant to warn you when there is a dangerous hydraulic problem with your braking system. Take the vehicle to a professional, who know how to service an automotive braking system.
On a vehicle with brake pad wear sensors, if the sensors are new, then you have a broken wire.
Press the brake
The parking brake is only ONE of the triggers for the dashboard brake warning light.Before referring you to the "Related Questions" below, I'd suggest checking the brake fluid levels.
Had brake linings replaced but brake light and check brake lining light will not go out how do I reset.
The brake wear indicator is a non-reusable sensor that is installed in the brake pad. If this sensor is activated then the entire sensor must be replaced. Parts are available on-line if you are not close to a MINI dealership. After the worn sensor is replaced, you turn the key to position II without starting the car and wait for the light to reset. The sensor can be replaced without removing the caliper.
Excessive brake pad wear. Check the pads and look into getting them replaced.
One possible reason is that the brake linings are worn to the point that they need to be replaced. This is meant to be an early indicator of brake wear.
Service it ;)
how to reset the brake service indicator on mini cooper s 2011
Replace brake pads Thank you Captain Obvious. Can we get a real answer now? I replaced my brake pads and sensor is still lit. Trying to avoid disconnecting my battery.
If the ABS and brake light are coming on while driving, this is an indicator that it is time to get your brakes checked and replaced. If not, the brakes will wear out causing you to not be able to stop.
The brake indicator light is for the EMERGENCY break, release this break.
The break pad wear sensor on your BMW is mounted on a front drivers side brake pad and will display a light on your active check control panel when your pads need to be replaced.