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E brake

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Stubbs95tacoma, May 10, 2012.

  1. May 10, 2012 at 7:12 PM
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    Stubbs95tacoma

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    My e brake light is constantly on even when it's not engaged. Help me out?? It's a 95 Tacoma 5spd
     
  2. May 10, 2012 at 7:15 PM
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    Highland Logan

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    I would guess loose cable and rust causing an closed switch... light on. When is the last time you had your e-brake adjusted?

    Frank
     
  3. May 10, 2012 at 7:16 PM
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    Stubbs95tacoma

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    I tried adjusting it and it didn't turn it off. It has exactly 18 clicks till its fully engaged
     
  4. May 10, 2012 at 7:18 PM
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    Highland Logan

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    Well, hold on. I'm sure someone smarter than me will be along any minute and solve this. Best of luck.

    Frank
     
  5. May 10, 2012 at 7:24 PM
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    Thanks frank!
     
  6. May 10, 2012 at 7:25 PM
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    Gorillazrus

    Gorillazrus To be continued...

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    How's your brake fluid level? Mine comes on when it gets low.
     
  7. May 10, 2012 at 7:59 PM
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    Madjik_Man

    Madjik_Man The Rembrandt of Rattle Can

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    This

    Especially if your e-brake handle is going all the way back in when released
     
  8. May 10, 2012 at 8:05 PM
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    drewskie

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    ^Yep. That light is also the one to indicate something's up with the brakes.
     

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