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Brake Light randomly shows up - 96 tacoma

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Figgys96Taco, Nov 16, 2022.

  1. Nov 16, 2022 at 2:36 PM
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    Figgys96Taco

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    Hey, guys quick question. Have noticed that every time I go up a small steep hill (have to go through a few to get out of my neighborhood), my brake light will randomly show up then when I get on an even plane road it goes away. Any ideas as to what this could be? And yes I do make sure my brake isn't on.
     
  2. Nov 16, 2022 at 2:37 PM
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    eon_blue

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    Brake fluid is low. It will trip the light if it reads too low esp on hills
     
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  3. Nov 16, 2022 at 2:37 PM
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    Brake fluid resivoir is low. Could also be an indication that your brake pads need to be replaced soon.
     
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  4. Nov 16, 2022 at 2:38 PM
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    Thanks for the response! I will check my brake fluid and fill it up and see if that fixes it.
     
  5. Nov 17, 2022 at 5:42 AM
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    KdF

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    If your Brake Fluid is low enough to trip the warning light, it means one of two things. 1.) you have a leak somewhere. 2.) the brake shoes/pads need replacing.
     

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