2007 Toyota Matrix Dash Brake Warning Light (not ABS)

Tiny
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  • 2007 TOYOTA MATRIX
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 12,000 MILES
The dash brake warning light is on and I have checked the brakes and they are fine. Does anyone know what I should do to reset this light? All brakes including emergency brake are fine. Is there a switch somewhere? Any help is appreciated. Thank You.
Monday, February 9th, 2009 AT 4:57 AM

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Tiny
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This light indicates that the emergency brake handle is set. Try completely engaging the e-brake handle and then locking it back down. If the light remains on, the sensor connected to the e-brake handle has probably failed and needs replaced or cleaning.

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Monday, February 9th, 2009 AT 4:59 AM
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Monday, February 9th, 2009 AT 6:45 AM
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Oh okay, sorry about that. The yellow light is a brake pad replacement reminder. It is there to let you know the brake pads are getting a little low. If the pads are not getting low then the sensor on one of the brakes may have failed. You can just disconnect your vehicle's battery for 10 - 15 minutes to reset the light. If it comes back then you may want to inspect your brake pads again or inspect the sensors and replace the faulty one.

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Monday, February 9th, 2009 AT 10:34 AM
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Tuesday, February 10th, 2009 AT 8:37 PM

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