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Brake indicator with BRAKE text (red)
Red: exclamation mark in a circle between two side arcs, the word BRAKE underneath. · also called “Red brake warning”
What it means on tesla
Brake system fault or low brake fluid
If the red brake indicator shows at any time other than briefly at start-up, a brake system fault has been detected or the brake fluid level is low. Contact Tesla immediately. Apply steady pressure and keep the brake pedal firmly pressed to stop the vehicle when safe to do so.
Source · Manufacturer manual Tesla Model Y Owner's Manual — Car Status · checked
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Questions about the Brake indicator with BRAKE text (red) symbol
- What does the Brake indicator with BRAKE text (red) symbol mean on Tesla cars?
- If the red brake indicator shows at any time other than briefly at start-up, a brake system fault has been detected or the brake fluid level is low. Contact Tesla immediately. Apply steady pressure and keep the brake pedal firmly pressed to stop the vehicle when safe to do so.
- What does the Brake indicator with BRAKE text (red) symbol look like?
- Red: exclamation mark in a circle between two side arcs, the word BRAKE underneath. It is also called “Red brake warning”.
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