Brake Warning Light
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Windstar and 2002 Ford Windstar. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Brake warning light should only illuminate when ignition switch is in START position or when ignition is on with parking brake applied or fluid level low.
- If brake warning light does not illuminate when brake fluid is low, manually push reservoir float to bottom of reservoir. If light still does not illuminate, check fuse, wiring and bulb. Repair as necessary. If bulb and related circuitry are okay, replace reservoir assembly.
- If brake warning light does not illuminate when parking brake is applied, check parking brake switch, wiring and bulb. Repair as necessary. With parking brake released and master cylinder reservoir full, turn ignition switch to ON position. If warning light is illuminated, check for shorted, grounded or defective warning switches or wiring. Repair as necessary. Turn ignition switch to START position. If brake warning light does not illuminate as a bulb check function, check fuse, bulb and wiring. Repair as necessary.
- If brake warning light is always illuminated, disconnect parking brake switch. If light goes out, replace parking brake switch. If light remains illuminated, disconnect master cylinder reservoir fluid level switch, if light goes out, replace brake fluid reservoir. If light remains illuminated, check for short to power in brake warning light wiring. Repair as necessary.