I have a problem with the emergency brake light in the instrument cluster.
Usually, when the ER Brake handle is up, or the hand brake is activated, the light should be on. As soon as the brake is released, the light should turn off...
Recently, the light stays off even with the hand brake on. It also flickered on and off when I braked or accelerated. After checking the owner's manual, I found out that the light would come on when the fluid is low or the ABS sensor has gone bad. I checked the brake fluid reservoir and found it to be low. Filled it and voila, the light went off...unfortunately, its never come on again, except everytime I start the car for a coupleof seconds.
Additionally, the e-brake handle nearly pulls up even with my shoulder and I have recently found what appears to be the rear-right brake line, leaking; although, it could be the caliper itself.
Lastly, I hear one of the brakes binding/squealing as I drive...
Is this a pretty tried-and-true verification that the rear caliper(s) need to be replaced?
I understand that the rear calipers have been a problem on some of the P5's, wearing out prematurely and such.
So, three questions:
When replacing the calipers, can I just get the caliper itself or do I ahve to get the brackets as well?
If I replace the rear calipers would it be necessary to replace the hoses as well?
Would you all recommend going to steel-braided hoses as opposed to buying another set of rubber hoses?
Thanks in advance
Usually, when the ER Brake handle is up, or the hand brake is activated, the light should be on. As soon as the brake is released, the light should turn off...
Recently, the light stays off even with the hand brake on. It also flickered on and off when I braked or accelerated. After checking the owner's manual, I found out that the light would come on when the fluid is low or the ABS sensor has gone bad. I checked the brake fluid reservoir and found it to be low. Filled it and voila, the light went off...unfortunately, its never come on again, except everytime I start the car for a coupleof seconds.
Additionally, the e-brake handle nearly pulls up even with my shoulder and I have recently found what appears to be the rear-right brake line, leaking; although, it could be the caliper itself.
Lastly, I hear one of the brakes binding/squealing as I drive...
Is this a pretty tried-and-true verification that the rear caliper(s) need to be replaced?
I understand that the rear calipers have been a problem on some of the P5's, wearing out prematurely and such.
So, three questions:
When replacing the calipers, can I just get the caliper itself or do I ahve to get the brackets as well?
If I replace the rear calipers would it be necessary to replace the hoses as well?
Would you all recommend going to steel-braided hoses as opposed to buying another set of rubber hoses?
Thanks in advance
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