Best Prices for Brake Warning Light is on Inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics come to you 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(90)

How A Diagnostic Works

Instantly book a certified mobile mechanic to come to you

Mechanic diagnoses the problem and quotes necessary repairs

Your vehicle is ready to go

Fair, upfront & transparent pricing for all services

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to you now.

Customer Ratings

(90)


Brake Warning Light is on Inspection Service

It goes without saying that your brakes are an integral part of your vehicle. So when the brake warning light illuminates on the dashboard, you should take it very seriously and address the situation immediately.

We recommend you consult the owner's manual to familiarize yourself with the brake warning light(s) for your car. Some vehicles have one light for brakes, ABS, and emergency brake, with each issue differentiated by color.

Common reasons for this to happen:

  • Worn brake pads: When you put your foot on the brake pedal, you are causing the brake pads to press against the brake rotors or drums, which are attached to the spinning wheels. This friction forces the wheels to slow down, and makes your car slow or stop. This constant interaction slowly wears away the pads. Every time you use the brake pedal, you’re wearing another layer off of the pads. When the pads get near the end of their life, your brake light will come on to let you know that it’s time to replace them.

  • Low or leaking brake fluid: Brake fluid is responsible for transferring the force of your foot on the brake pedal to the wheel and the brake pad. Without brake fluid, your car is unable to brake. If you are leaking brake fluid, your car will soon stop braking altogether. If you’re low on brake fluid, your car’s braking ability will begin to deteriorate. Often low brake fluid goes hand in hand with worn brake pads, because the more the pads are worn, the more fluid is required for the necessary force to be accomplished.

  • Emergency brake is engaged: In many cars, the brake warning light is the same as the emergency brake light. If your car is on and the emergency brake is engaged, the warning system will let you know by illuminating the brake light.

  • ABS problem: Most cars have a separate warning light for ABS (anti-lock braking system) problems, but not all do. There’s a chance that a brake warning light could mean trouble with the ABS.

What to expect:

A top-rated mobile mechanic will come to your home or office to determine the source and cause of the brake system issue, and will then provide a detailed inspection report that includes the scope and cost of the necessary repairs.

How it's done:

There are different types of brake lights. The mechanic will identify which light is on and then inspect the entire brake system, paying particular attention to your brake pads and brake fluid levels.

How important is this service?

The brake warning light is very serious. When you see it come on, check to make sure your emergency brake is off, then stop driving as soon as you get the chance. If you are running low on brake fluid, your brakes may stop working altogether.


Recent Brake Warning Light is on Inspection reviews

Excellent Rating

(90)

Rating Summary
81
3
0
2
4
81
3
0
2
4

Keith

33 years of experience
67 reviews
Keith
33 years of experience
Dodge Journey L4-2.4L - Brake Warning Light is on Inspection - Phoenix, Arizona
Keith was great. He showed me exactly what he was going to be working on and why. When he was done he assured me that my car was in good condition now.

Johnny

34 years of experience
392 reviews
Johnny
34 years of experience
Subaru Outback H4-2.5L - Brake Warning Light is on - Carmichael, California
Very helpful and fast. Gave me good advice on how to move forward without unnecessary expenses. Thanks!

Jordan

9 years of experience
144 reviews
Jordan
9 years of experience
Infiniti QX4 V6-3.3L - Brake Warning Light is on - Lakeland, Florida
He got here early, finished quickly, had excellent communications, had a great attitude, and fixed it right...and cheaper than expected. Highly recommend.

Carlos

29 years of experience
601 reviews
Carlos
29 years of experience
Cadillac DeVille V8-4.6L - Brake Warning Light is on - Garden Grove, California
Top mechanic Carlos is one of the best mechanics I have ever met. He arrived on time with a tool room in his vehicle. He is prepared for every possible event. Thanks Carlos.

Recent articles & questions

P0062 OBD-II Trouble Code: HO2S Heater Control Circuit (Bank 2 Sensor 3)
P0062 P0062 trouble code definition Trouble code P0062 indicates that the heater circuit used to warm up an oxygen sensor has malfunctioned. A voltage ranging from 12.0-13.5 and a ground connection is required to operate the oxygen sensor. The cause...
P0286 OBD-II Trouble Code: Cylinder 9 Injector Circuit High
P0286 P0286 code definition When the P0286 code gets stored, it’s because the vehicle’s ECM has received a voltage reading from the fuel injector circuit that isn’t within the parameters designated by the manufacturer. The reading could have also come...
How to Replace a Ride Height Control Module
A bumpy ride, uneven ride height, or the illumination of the Air Ride Suspension Light may mean that the ride control module is faulty.

My car A/C won't shut off, even when the car is off !

You may have shorted out the A/C blower resistor that controls the blower speeds. This component is supplied power all the time and only the switch controls the motor speed. If the resistor terminals where the resistors are touched together...

Car won't start after gas is filled up

Fuel pressure needs to be checked on your 1996 Lexus SC300. The fuel pump is cooled by the fuel, so running out of fuel can cause the fuel pump (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-pump-replacement) to heat up and can become less effective or non-operational....

Reset AdBlue light on a mercedes GL

Hi There, Normally, this message will go away on its own after driving the vehicle for 5-10 miles. When you fill the tank, be sure to fill it to the top and it should relearn the new level of fluid...

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

+1 (844) 997-3624 · hi@yourmechanic.com