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Model specific boards => Golf mk2 => Topic started by: tnewson on 26 January 2009, 21:44

Title: Handbrake light
Post by: tnewson on 26 January 2009, 21:44

Hello,

I've noticed that over the last couple of days my handbrake light comes on under hard acceleration. It like flashes on and off. Its the  red light with ' ! ' In the middle. Is this just a handbrake light or is it a general ' stop kaning me ' light?

Cheers


tom

Title: Re: Handbrake light
Post by: Khare on 26 January 2009, 22:28

shift light :grin:

Title: Re: Handbrake light
Post by: nealey on 27 January 2009, 00:21

First port of call check the fluid level, if its low top it up and check for leaks and make sure the brake pads aren't excessively worn

Title: Re: Handbrake light
Post by: Gareth on 27 January 2009, 01:25

is the brake fluid low?

Title: Re: Handbrake light
Post by: Mew on 27 January 2009, 13:54

It'll just be the handbrake switch i'd imagine. Take the plastic surround from the base of the lever and you'll see the push switch. Just make sure its secure, or if worn then replace it

Title: Re: Handbrake light
Post by: AudiA8Quattro on 27 January 2009, 19:05

Brake fluid reservoir level sensor on cap, very common fault. Worth a look.

Title: Re: Handbrake light
Post by: sharpie on 27 January 2009, 19:35

Quote from: Mew on 27 January 2009, 13:54

It'll just be the handbrake switch i'd imagine. Take the plastic surround from the base of the lever and you'll see the push switch. Just make sure its secure, or if worn then replace it

go with this.

Title: Re: Handbrake light
Post by: DarnPB on 27 January 2009, 19:46

Quote from: kharekatoh on 26 January 2009, 22:28

shift light :grin:

 :grin: :grin: :grin:

Seriously though, I would check the fluid level first as it's the easiest thing to check. Then look at the handbrake light switch if the fluid level is ok.

Title: Re: Handbrake light
Post by: tnewson on 27 January 2009, 21:56

Cool,

Will do! Cheers for your help!