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Question:

Why does my parking brake light stay on when the brakes are not engaged?

The parking brake light on my Pontiac Grand Am Gt. 2004 wont shut off and when it‘s on I have no cruise control. The hand brake is not engaged.

Answer:

may be the same light warning of low brake fluid or faulty abs sensor
The brake light is also used as an alarm for problems in the braking system and as an alarm for low brake fluid. Check the fluid level in your brake master cylinders reservoir. As disc brake pads wear more and more fluid is left out in the lines and calipers. When you get the light it could mean you're very close to needing new pads or it could mean you have a fluid leak. Regardless of which is causing it you need to get it in to a mechanic fro diagnoses and repair.

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