e-brake light turning on?

[dj_audio]

So, for some strange reason, im not sure if this is an electrical problem, or a brake problem but here it goes. Apparently when im driving normally, with the e-brake down, my e-brake light turns on, then turns off. I've been trying to figure out a pattern for it, but its hard to tell, as it is very inconsistent. A few times it will turn on when i hit around 2500 rpms in first gear, and wont turn off until i shift it into third, shifting at 3000 at each gear. It doesnt do it all the time, and if anything in only stays on for a few seconds, at most. Does any one know what could be causing this. When i set my hand brake to park it works normally, i'm just not sure why it turns on and off like this. Only mods to the cluster was a ex cluster swap for the tach, and a ctr cf bezel, except both were done two years ago, and i havent ran into this problem until now. Any help anyone?

 

[ibemike]

maybe check your brake fluid might be running low

 

[Jbuck2KCivic]

That's strange, I've never heard of it happening before.

 

[Evan.]

replace your master cylinder cap.

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[cgpEJ6]

yeah that light isn't just for the ebrake

 

[deebs9000]

my brake fluid was only low a little and my brake light was on. Make sure its topped off.

 

[--<EM1>--]

does it ever come on while youre on the brake? replace the cap, check fluids, possibly check the switch on the ebrake for damage, dirt, etc.

 

[JohnS.]

I know for certain the brake light WILL come on if you have a bad master cylinder cap or low fluid. My buddies came on when he had low brake fluid. Also check the switch under the arm rest.

 

[dj_audio]

Ok thanks guys, yeah i'm pritty sure my brake fluid must be low, i'll pick up a bottle tomorrow morning, and fill it up. That makes sense.

 

[whtcivic93]

Also, i cant remember if this applies to a Civic or not... but, Some Hondas will do that when they have a brake light bulb out. Check your rear bulbs also.

 

[neoc03]

I have the same problem. Never thought of that being the issue. Thanks for making this thread.

 

[Genuine Rolla]

Have you taken apart your center console to see if you have any slack in the wire...which would occasionally make contact which would then cause the light to turn on...?