Audi A6 Brake Light
05-28-2007, 10:14 PM
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Audi A6 Brake Light
I have a 2003 Audi A6. I have a warning message on the dashboard
saying "Brake Light". The rear right brake light is not working, but
I checked the bulb and it is fine. So I presume it may be something
to do with the wiring or the switch.
I would appreciate any ideas to troubleshoot and fix this.
saying "Brake Light". The rear right brake light is not working, but
I checked the bulb and it is fine. So I presume it may be something
to do with the wiring or the switch.
I would appreciate any ideas to troubleshoot and fix this.
Re: Audi A6 Brake Light
10-06-2008, 06:24 AM
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Re: Audi A6 Brake Light
If it is the ABS light and you can not communicate with it then the module
might be defective and require rebuilding if possible.
Check fuses and look for any wiring issues first though.
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later,
(One out of many daves)
1997 Red A4 1.8tq auto
"AudiA6No1" <AudiA6No1.3guszi@no-mx.audiforum.ca> wrote in message
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> I am Audi A6 owner just like you and I have same problem that you had
> with your Audi the brake light bulb and message on the dashboard.
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> Did you fix it and how?
might be defective and require rebuilding if possible.
Check fuses and look for any wiring issues first though.
--
later,
(One out of many daves)
1997 Red A4 1.8tq auto
"AudiA6No1" <AudiA6No1.3guszi@no-mx.audiforum.ca> wrote in message
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> I am Audi A6 owner just like you and I have same problem that you had
> with your Audi the brake light bulb and message on the dashboard.
>
>
>
> Did you fix it and how?
11-05-2008, 05:04 PM
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Re: Audi A6 Brake Light
All four corners of your car have brake pads with wear indicators built into them... when the brake lining wears thin, the noise making wear indicators touch the rotors and squeal letting the driver know something is wrong. You make no claim to any squealing so let's assume your brake pad linings are still satisfactory.
Each time you step on the brake you send brake fluid down tubes to push pistons out which apply the brake pads to the rotors. As the pads wear, the pistons travel further and further out of their bores. That travel requires more and more brake fluid to accomodate so the brake master cylinder (in the engine compartment on the firewall in front of the driver) shows a lower and lower level.
Right now, with no other problems noted and no noise from the brakes, you only have a low level of brake fluid. Yes, you need to be smart and check that this isn't because of a leak somewhere but that generally shows up as an oily spot on the ground.
Go to any auto parts store and get yourself a can of brake fluid and fill the reservoir per your owner's manual. This will turn off your warning light and all will be well in the land. You must be aware though, your brake pads are wearing thin and it's time to consider scheduling a brake job. Before long but who really knows how long, the brakes will start to make noise telling you they need help and need it now.
Each time you step on the brake you send brake fluid down tubes to push pistons out which apply the brake pads to the rotors. As the pads wear, the pistons travel further and further out of their bores. That travel requires more and more brake fluid to accomodate so the brake master cylinder (in the engine compartment on the firewall in front of the driver) shows a lower and lower level.
Right now, with no other problems noted and no noise from the brakes, you only have a low level of brake fluid. Yes, you need to be smart and check that this isn't because of a leak somewhere but that generally shows up as an oily spot on the ground.
Go to any auto parts store and get yourself a can of brake fluid and fill the reservoir per your owner's manual. This will turn off your warning light and all will be well in the land. You must be aware though, your brake pads are wearing thin and it's time to consider scheduling a brake job. Before long but who really knows how long, the brakes will start to make noise telling you they need help and need it now.
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