Re: quattro-digest V3 #392

[DriverV8@aol.com]

In a message dated 96-04-26 01:03:11 EDT, you write:

>From: Mike <mac50@columbia.edu>
>Date: Thu, 25 Apr 1996 21:33:47 -0400 (EDT)
>Subject: Brake light
>
>I had brake pads and shoes installed the other day.  The braking is 
>noticably improved, however, now the brake light comes on if I step hard 
>on the brake pedal.  What causes this?
>
>Mike--89 100
>
>

Mike, your post did not include mileage or model, but If it's an Audi and if
it's over 75,000 miles old, then it could be the pressure accumulator (a.k.a.
"Bomb").
I just changed mine last week in a 50K V8, so they can go at any time.
My brake light would blip on briefly when the brake pedal would be tapped
hard.  
Good luck. It is a relatively easy operation.  The part is about $250.
Scott Olson
DriverV8@aol.com