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Parking brake comes on in fast extended turns

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by Kadakami03, Nov 30, 2006.

  1. Kadakami03

    Kadakami03 New Member

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    IN my 03'.

    Anybody has experienced this? :(
     
    #1 Kadakami03, Nov 30, 2006
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    Are you sure it's the parking brake? cause if so, thats not normal, and should probably be looked at. could it instead be something like traction control or VSC that is cutting power to the wheels?
     
    #2 eagle33199, Dec 1, 2006
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    '01-'03's did not have brake actuated traction control (power limiting only for powertrain protection) or VSC.

    The brake could be dragging somewhat, and the fast turn could relieve enough weight on that wheel causing it to lock. How's your MPG?
     
    #3 HTMLSpinnr, Dec 1, 2006
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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(htmlspinnr @ Dec 1 2006, 09:37 AM) [snapback]356164[/snapback]</div>
    Right now I am at 45.3 MPG in the last 4,000 miles.
     
    #4 Kadakami03, Dec 1, 2006
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    I think you mean the brake light comes on. It also comes on when the fluid is low, and would illuminate when you turn sharply, pushing the fluid to the side of the reservoir.

    Don't just top up the fluid, go get the pads replaced, this will push the fluid back up to the proper level.

    Check the Fluid level. Am I right?

    Nate
     
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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(naterprius @ Dec 1 2006, 01:19 PM) [snapback]356289[/snapback]</div>

    You are right, please pardon my poor redaction and grammar.

    IT IS the light that says "BRAKE" in the front - center display that comes on.

    THanks Nate :p
     
    #6 Kadakami03, Dec 1, 2006
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