Parking Brake warning light?

[Chris04ST]

Hey guys, Ive had some issues with the parking brake warning light on the dash. When i drive the light will come on saying the brake is engaged when obviously its not. It seems to turn on/off when i go over bumps or rough terrain. How would i go about solving this?

Thanks!

 

[swetrid]

Ck your fluid level in master cylinder, when it gets low the light will come on. When it is low it usually means your brakes are getting low.

 

[Chris04ST]

can you direct me to the stuff i'd need to fill that up? i just check the level and it is low so thats probably the case

edit: nevermind i found some, but thanks for all the help!

 

[chad551]

There is a switch where the parking brake pedal is mounted. That switch may be loose, it happened in my ST as well. I adjusted the cable and the switch and all is good now. The parking brake light has nothing to due with your fluid level in the master cylinder, as it is a cable that runs from the pedal to the brake.

 

[1AJeremyD]

I would recommend getting the brakes checked before you start filling anything up on the truck. Low brake fluid normally indicates either a leak or your rotor/brake pad wearing thin.

 

[Chris04ST]

well my brakes have been starting to squeak, ill take them to brake masters or some other brake place and get em checked soon

 

[ncranchero]

There is a switch where the parking brake pedal is mounted. That switch may be loose, it happened in my ST as well. I adjusted the cable and the switch and all is good now. The parking brake light has nothing to due with your fluid level in the master cylinder, as it is a cable that runs from the pedal to the brake.

The red "Brake !" indicator does in fact indicate low fluid level as well as parking brake engagement.
From the manual:
"Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your servicing dealership."