Today I noticed that when I jump on the car or brake a little hard, my EBrake light comes on. Does anyone know why that would happen??? Isn't that light just hooked up to a little switch that turns it on when the brake handle gets pulled up??

 

That's telling you to check the brake fluid, and then pads. When your pads are going the car will sometimes do this. Happened to me so I speak from experience.

 

Okay, I was wondering if that was the case... I have Hawk Pads and Drilled/Slotted rotors, I was just waiting for the stocks to wear before I put them in.....

Thanks for the reply...

 

Did you ever find out if that was what was causing the problem? My car has been doing the same thing lately and I don't want to wait around for too long since my warranty runs out soon. But I'll check the fluid and my pads to see if they need something done. But it only seems to come on when I take off fast and shift hard.

 

happens from low fluid to me. top her off. if it doesn't go away... no idea.

 

thanks..I just went outside and noticed that it is a little close to the MIN line so I guess I'm just going to put some in there and hope it doesn't do it again. Thanks Motor.

 

The brake fluid system is sealed and doent just go away or get burnt off like motor oil. When the fluid level in the master cylinder is low, it means that your pads are getting worn and the pistons are staying extended causing more fluid displace them in the calipers. Your pads will probably need to be changed soon and if you just top off your brake fluid, it will over flow when you depress the piston to install new pads in the calipers. Be sure to use a turkey baster or some other method to get out the excess fluid before you go to change your pads to keep from making a big paint eating mess.

 

I'll ask it since noone else is going to... why are you jumping on your car?

 

i wouldn't bother putting those hawks in based on personal experience go with the axxis ult pads, they are a little dusty but provide great stopping power


my brake light came on like this as well, replaced the pads and now its gone

 

low fluid doesn't happen on it's own....it's a full closed system. If the above happens, it's time for new pads, and mind as well take the opportunity to completely flush the system with new fluid. Brake fluid is hygroscopic, meaning it absorbs moisture over time. Ideally you should do it every year if you live in a typical climate with varying levels of humidity, but for those living in very dry areas, you might be able to get away with longer intervals.