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Brake indicator with BRAKE text (amber)

Amber: exclamation mark in a circle between two side arcs, the word BRAKE underneath. · also called “Amber brake warning”

What it means on tesla

Brake booster fault

Shown in amber when a brake booster fault is detected. Apply steady pressure and keep the brake pedal firmly pressed to stop the vehicle when safe to do so. Hydraulic Boost Compensation will be active.

Source · Manufacturer manual Tesla Model Y Owner's Manual — Car Status · checked

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Questions about the Brake indicator with BRAKE text (amber) symbol

What does the Brake indicator with BRAKE text (amber) symbol mean on Tesla cars?
Shown in amber when a brake booster fault is detected. Apply steady pressure and keep the brake pedal firmly pressed to stop the vehicle when safe to do so. Hydraulic Boost Compensation will be active.
What does the Brake indicator with BRAKE text (amber) symbol look like?
Amber: exclamation mark in a circle between two side arcs, the word BRAKE underneath. It is also called “Amber brake warning”.

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