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Old 02-04-2007, 01:35 PM
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Dash Light Concern

I have an '89 4Runner with the 22Re. I have noticed in the last day or so that the 'charge' & 'brake' light on my dash have stayed on continuously for about 20 min. while driving. Is this a signal of some kind to indicate a problem or is it most likely nothing. Oh, and my e-brake isn't on when the 'brake' light is up on the das. Thanks in advance....
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I think this is why the lights are there, to tell you of a problem. I would look into it.
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Originally Posted by 894Runner
I have an '89 4Runner with the 22Re. I have noticed in the last day or so that the 'charge' & 'brake' light on my dash have stayed on continuously for about 20 min. while driving. Is this a signal of some kind to indicate a problem or is it most likely nothing. Oh, and my e-brake isn't on when the 'brake' light is up on the das. Thanks in advance....
Well, if memory serves, the brake light will come on if the fluid in the brake reservoir is a bit low.

Do they go out at exactly the same time?

Charge light might be a faulty alternator, or weak, or overcoming a significant load.... or slipping belt.
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Originally Posted by 894Runner
I have an '89 4Runner with the 22Re. I have noticed in the last day or so that the 'charge' & 'brake' light on my dash have stayed on continuously for about 20 min. while driving. Is this a signal of some kind to indicate a problem or is it most likely nothing. Oh, and my e-brake isn't on when the 'brake' light is up on the das. Thanks in advance....
Try this page:
http://www.4x4wire.com/toyota/mainte...nator_brushes/
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Thanks guys! Much appreciated!
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