BREAK, SLIP and VDC OFF lights on ???
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Originally Posted by turbomaxima
just curious on where you are basing this knowledge from? so if I am low on coolant, I need to have my engine checked because for some reason the coolant is burning off, not because it is running on heavy conditions in high heat, under a lot of stress? I don't mean to play devil's advocate, but I am fairly sure the correlation between worn pads and low brake fluid is very slim.
If moisture from the air gets captured in brake fluid, the effective stopping distance increases. Moisture in brake fluid causes a spongy feel because the fluid cannot compress as effectively.
Do some research on brakes before you try and dismiss what I'm saying here.
Doing a quick search on google resulted in this site that discusses a little bit about braking systems.
http://www.familycar.com/brakes.htm
Here is a quote,
"The brake fluid reservoir is on top of the master cylinder. Most cars today have a transparent reservoir so that you can see the level without opening the cover. The brake fluid level will drop slightly as the brake pads wear. This is a normal condition and no cause for concern. If the level drops noticeably over a short period of time or goes down to about two thirds full, have your brakes checked as soon as possible. Keep the reservoir covered except for the amount of time you need to fill it and never leave a can of brake fluid uncovered. Brake fluid must maintain a very high boiling point .Exposure to air will cause the fluid to absorb moisture which will lower that boiling point."
Originally Posted by Gsedanman
LOL, not "falling apart" bro, It just needs a little 'TLC'.......
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Dont you remember the infamous Miss G35Driver thread? 
Originally Posted by spendgy
Actually it is quite high and your logic is flawed. Comparing a coolant system that has venting capabilities to braking systems where the brake fluid is specifically designed to minimize exposure to air doesn't make a bit of sense.
If moisture from the air gets captured in brake fluid, the effective stopping distance increases. Moisture in brake fluid causes a spongy feel because the fluid cannot compress as effectively.
Do some research on brakes before you try and dismiss what I'm saying here.
Doing a quick search on google resulted in this site that discusses a little bit about braking systems.
http://www.familycar.com/brakes.htm
Here is a quote,
"The brake fluid reservoir is on top of the master cylinder. Most cars today have a transparent reservoir so that you can see the level without opening the cover. The brake fluid level will drop slightly as the brake pads wear. This is a normal condition and no cause for concern. If the level drops noticeably over a short period of time or goes down to about two thirds full, have your brakes checked as soon as possible. Keep the reservoir covered except for the amount of time you need to fill it and never leave a can of brake fluid uncovered. Brake fluid must maintain a very high boiling point .Exposure to air will cause the fluid to absorb moisture which will lower that boiling point."
If moisture from the air gets captured in brake fluid, the effective stopping distance increases. Moisture in brake fluid causes a spongy feel because the fluid cannot compress as effectively.
Do some research on brakes before you try and dismiss what I'm saying here.
Doing a quick search on google resulted in this site that discusses a little bit about braking systems.
http://www.familycar.com/brakes.htm
Here is a quote,
"The brake fluid reservoir is on top of the master cylinder. Most cars today have a transparent reservoir so that you can see the level without opening the cover. The brake fluid level will drop slightly as the brake pads wear. This is a normal condition and no cause for concern. If the level drops noticeably over a short period of time or goes down to about two thirds full, have your brakes checked as soon as possible. Keep the reservoir covered except for the amount of time you need to fill it and never leave a can of brake fluid uncovered. Brake fluid must maintain a very high boiling point .Exposure to air will cause the fluid to absorb moisture which will lower that boiling point."
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Originally Posted by Black2003G
I had the same problem with all three lights been on. I needed my brake pads replaced. Go to your dealer and get it checked it out.
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From: Derty Jerz
out of curiosity at what milage do people usially change the break pads for the first time? is 30K too soon ... or is it normal?[/QUOTE]
i changed mine at 15k b/c the stocks were making way to much noise... i swiched too project mu NS pads less dust, little better bite, and a squeal from time to time, but i luv'em.
i changed mine at 15k b/c the stocks were making way to much noise... i swiched too project mu NS pads less dust, little better bite, and a squeal from time to time, but i luv'em.
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Originally Posted by Klumzyee
so the BRAKE light means low brake fluid?
yesterday i had that flash.. VDC was on.. i was driving around in the rain.. i had the brake down (not e-brake) and went through a little bend... SHould've caused ABS to go on.. and the BRAKE light went on.. when i first noticed it i checked the e-brake.. it wasnt enguaged..
i was like hm..
so i took another corner with my foot on the brake.. BRAKE light went on again.. but it goes off as soon as i let off the brake.. pretty much ABS + turn = BRAKE light.. it only did that when it was wet tho..
any comments?
yesterday i had that flash.. VDC was on.. i was driving around in the rain.. i had the brake down (not e-brake) and went through a little bend... SHould've caused ABS to go on.. and the BRAKE light went on.. when i first noticed it i checked the e-brake.. it wasnt enguaged..
i was like hm..
so i took another corner with my foot on the brake.. BRAKE light went on again.. but it goes off as soon as i let off the brake.. pretty much ABS + turn = BRAKE light.. it only did that when it was wet tho..
any comments?
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