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Brake warning light turned on?

Tiny
BRANDONTRUENO86
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  • 1989 HONDA ACCORD
  • 2.0L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
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  • 194,000 MILES
This brake lamp light on my dash lit up today. Any ideas? The brake lights are working.
Tuesday, April 28th, 2020 AT 9:52 AM

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Tiny
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The brake lamp is actually an indicator of the brake fluid level in the reservoir. So that means it is low for a reason due to this being a sealed system. This means it either has a leak or the brake pads are getting worn and it takes more brake fluid to extend the piston in the calipers to apply the brakes.

Here is a guide that covers this in a little more detail but I would start with removing the wheels and inspect the pads for needing to be replaced.

Review this and let me know what questions you have. Thanks

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/brake-system-warning-light-on
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Tuesday, April 28th, 2020 AT 1:33 PM
Tiny
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This is extremely helpful. I know the pads are getting worn, they've been making noise for a week now. I'll check everything and do a brake job this week. Thank you
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Tuesday, April 28th, 2020 AT 2:49 PM
Tiny
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Thank you. Please let us know how you make out or if you need more help. Thanks for coming back to 2CarPros.
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Wednesday, April 29th, 2020 AT 5:44 PM

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