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wrinx
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 Posted: Fri Mar 04, 2011 9:25 Post subject: Random lights |
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Occasionally my suspension light comes on and stays on but the suspension is down. Also the brake warning indicator is on...but I'm assuming this is low fluid, haven't checked yet 
Any ideas about the suspension light before I go chasing for dodgy earths and loose wires?
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zag
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| Posted: Fri Mar 04, 2011 13:03 Post subject: |
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I shouldn't worry about it.... mine has done it many times over the years and I just give the button a press and all is fine...
Don't think there is a light for low fluid... but the original pads had wear indicators...
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wrinx
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| Posted: Fri Mar 04, 2011 21:00 Post subject: |
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In that case they'll probably just need cleaning...car only has 10k miles on it so the pads should have plenty of meat left 
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zag
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| Posted: Fri Mar 04, 2011 22:16 Post subject: |
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If you ever fancy more feel and braking performance (without spending a fortune) then the Ferodo DS2500 pads are excellant.
Also on Ed's site there is an interesting low cost braking modification which I have heard works well, though I have not done it to my SZ...
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wrinx
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| Posted: Sat Mar 05, 2011 11:11 Post subject: |
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The pipe modification...yes, I've done that. Can't say I noticed a massive difference but the brakes are fairly good.
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zag
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| Posted: Sat Mar 05, 2011 16:15 Post subject: |
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So, not really worth the effort ?
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wrinx
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| Posted: Sun Mar 06, 2011 17:14 Post subject: |
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There is a difference...but it's not a revelation 
I found the pedal to be firmer and inspired little more confidence. I *think* the old valve must allow some pressure loss or something, so replacing it isn't a bad idea imho
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zag
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| Posted: Sun Mar 06, 2011 17:27 Post subject: |
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OK, thanks wrinx..
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Harry_sz
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| Posted: Tue Mar 08, 2011 15:29 Post subject: |
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The suspension light is no problem it's a feature!
I have that too. Just press the green button again and it's fine.
Most important thing with brakes is the fluid. Normal fluid has to be changed every 2 years. Racing fluid every year. So I use normal fluid. (less hygroscopic) |
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wrinx
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| Posted: Tue Mar 08, 2011 20:03 Post subject: |
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Yeah, bet mine hasn't been done for years 
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wrinx
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| Posted: Thu Mar 24, 2011 17:34 Post subject: |
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Finally got around to this...looks like worn inner rear pads
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