1995 dodge dakota
2006-11-18 04:20:54 · 10 answers · asked by kurthco5000 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
It means your brake system has detected a problem and you should take it to a mechanic as soon as possible.
If it starts FLASHING, it means STOP DRIVING and call a tow truck ASAP.
2006-11-18 04:27:30 · answer #1 · answered by Kasey C 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is unusual. On any car I've ever worked on, it's always the front pads to go first because most of the stopping force is applied there due to the weight transfer when stopping. Not to mention that usually the self adjusting mechanism on the rear drum brakes usually doesn't work like it should so as the rear brakes wear, they won't be wearing at the same rate as the front brakes. They wear slower. The only thing I could think of would be that maybe a valve in the ABS unit stuck or malfunctioned causing the rear brakes to stay engaged making the rear brakes wear out prematurely. I've NEVER EVER seen ANY brake pads/shoes last 112,000 miles.
2016-05-22 00:57:37 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most likely your parking brake is not fully released and the cord needs to be replaced. If you have not noticed any changes in the way it drives and stops, new noises, ect. Check brake fluid level, fuses, and inspect brake lines. It could be as serious as needing a new abs system or as minor as a disconnected sensor.
2006-11-18 04:31:56 · answer #3 · answered by Later Me 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it means you have a major failure in the brake system of the truck. whenever a red light is on, it indicates a dangerous condition, and must be fixed.. check the brake fluid level. it could be just low, and the sensor is doing it's job. if it's really low, check for a leak. it may just need brakes replaced, and the fluid level has slowly dropped. whatever the case, do a COMPLETE brake inspection. be safe.
2006-11-18 04:33:59 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
your Anti lock Brake System does not operate when your parking brake is set. set and release your parking brake a few times If this does not help, check the brake fluid level and the vacuum line-s going to the power brake assist chamber
2006-11-18 04:30:32 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
this could be 1 of 4 things... 1, parking brake is applied slightly,,,set it fully and release it. 2.. low on brake fluid,,check and fill to correct level, 3 sensors have detected brake pads are worn out,,4. loose connection on sensing unit,,,located near the master cylinder,,,un plug & re connect,,,some models require disconnecting the viehicles battery for 2 minutes to reset computer.
2006-11-18 04:40:07 · answer #6 · answered by toysareuskidd 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First check you brake light bulb's. Than get a brake inspection. You have two problems here.
2006-11-18 05:41:46 · answer #7 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i own a repair shop,and its possible it may have blown a fuse ,that will cause this to happen,id check all the fuses first,and if its not that you might have to take it to a good mechanic and have it checked out real good it may just be something simple but check the fuses first i had one that done this and it just blew a fuse,,after replacing it ,everything was fine on it,,good luck,i hope this help,s.
2006-11-18 04:28:17 · answer #8 · answered by dodge man 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
your truck could be low on brake fluid
2006-11-18 04:26:06 · answer #9 · answered by Stephan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it means that your brakes are worn down and it is time to have new pads and or rotors put on
2006-11-18 04:26:35 · answer #10 · answered by Weapon X 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋