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1997 Nissan Sentra Repair Question


Topics covered: Engine, Brake light switch, Brake pedal.
Mileage: 130,000 miles.

Asked on February 7, 2012

- enter a question or subject and click search - brake light on even when the mechanics fix the whole brake system

The car was not driven for the past 2 years and just bought it.

Avatar Asked by Kay_dof

Answer

Replied on February 7, 2012

Check the brake light switch under the dash at the top of the brake pedal.

Tiny Answered by Jacobandnickolas (expert)
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Replied on February 7, 2012

What about the engine gauge meter that reads if the engine is overheating. The fans are working but gauge doesn't move at all even after I left the car to run for almost 30 mins. What do I need to check for the engine meter reader?

Tiny Response from Kay_dof
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Replied on February 7, 2012

Check the sending unit.

Tiny Answered by Jacobandnickolas (expert)
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Replied on February 7, 2012

Where can I find the sending unit?

Tiny Response from Kay_dof
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Replied on February 7, 2012

It should be near the oil filter.

Tiny Answered by Jacobandnickolas (expert)
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Replied on February 8, 2012

What should I do with the switch for the brake? And also the sending unit, what am I looking for and what should I do with it?

Tiny Response from Kay_dof
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