The ABS computer has detected an electrical or mechanical malfunction. You need to have it checked for codes.
how do change brake pads on a 2002 dodge pickup 4x4
Check Brake fluid level in master cylinder and make sure Emergency brake is fully released
Yes a 1987 dodge ram has an e-brake cable
i replace my rear brake shoes on 2001 dodge grand caravan and my emergency brake is still not working
The brake pads are actually shoes. The emergency brake relies on the rear brake shoes being applied by tension on the emergency brake cable against the rear drums to hold the car stationary. In other words, the rear brakes double as the emergency (parking) brakes.
Frozen cables out of adjustment
The running lights will turn off when the emergency brake is on by tripping a switch connected to the emergency brake. Pushing in the emergency brake slightly will do the trick, but make sure you don't push in too far or you will be driving with the emergency brake on!
The emergency brake release handle is to the left of the steering wheel. Down below, and is flush with the panel. Pull the finger tab and release.
it is possible that your brake hoses are bad and soft not letting the brake fluid back out of your calipers
The "3rd" brake light has been out since at least 1994.
remove wheels, release emergency brake and drums will come off.
The release handle is right above the parking brake pedal underneath the dashboard on left side.