Idiot Light: Brake

1QuikV6

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When Im accelerating hard the idiot brake light on the cluster usually comes on... any idea why? It also comes on under hard or quick braking right along with the ANTI-LOCK light.
 
May be 2 different causes...

If the brake fluid level is low in the reservoir, the brake light will sometimes flash under acceleration. Check it as a "first fix". This may be the cause of the ABS and Brake indicator flash if it only happens during heavy braking, but if it occurs every time you apply the brakes, you need a new accumulator. Don't wait very long to fix this (if it is the cause) or the hydraulic pump will fail due to over-cycling (heat related failure). An accumulator (new) is around 100 bucks, a new pump assembly is around $500.
www.priorreman.com
These guys can fix you up if you need the accumulator or a new pump (worst case)....
 
That would explain why i hear the pump when i press the brake each time... crap... 100 bucks... was hopin to get a new EGR valve but oh well. Stopping is more of a necessity than acceleration.
 
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