Second is that the emergency brake pedal is fully released.
Third - could be excessive brake pedal travel - having to push it too far. This might be the brakes are in need of repair / replace.
Anything else, have the brake system inspected.
AnswerIf the emergency brake is partially on due to a sticking cable, or a weak brake master cylinder starting to go out.( does the brake feel a little spongy?) Check to make sure that the E-brake is fully released and the cable is not hanging up due to corrosion.I hope this helps you.brake light bulb out
Brake fluid in reservoir below acceptable level.
Is it the parking brake light or the ABS light? is it red light or amber?
It is possible that a wheel speed sensor is bad. This will cause the anti lock braking to not read the wheel correctly which would be a brake problem that would cause a light.
This warning light means that you need to add brake fluid to your car. Improper fluid levels can cause brake malfunction resulting in an accident.
If you mean the warning light that shows BRAKE and has the exclamation mark underneath it that means either your parking brake is on or the brake fluid level in the brake master cylinder in your engine compartment is low
The transit brake warning light, on a Ford, can be reset by changing the brake pads. If the warning light is still on after changing the brake pads remove the fuse for 10 seconds.
Low brake fluid, pads worn down, other problems.
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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.
The transit brake warning light, on a Ford, can be reset by changing the brake pads. If the warning light is still on after changing the brake pads remove the fuse for 10 seconds.
Check the brake fluid level, as on many vehicles the "emergency brake" (in the UK, Hand-brake) warning light also acts as a warning light for low brake-fluid.