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why does my parking brake dash icon beep and blink on and off like its paid to do so?

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Old 11-29-2006, 06:54 AM
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You can just add, but if the fluid is very old, you might want to flush.
Old 11-29-2006, 06:56 AM
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Default thanks for you help. it is not that old. i put new rotors pads and ss lines on somewhat recent..

how many miles do you consider to be very old?

thanks again for all your help
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No prob...Under normal use, I'd flush it about once a year.
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fair deal. i hope i have some fluid leftover at my house.
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Default Re: why does my parking brake dash icon beep and blink on and off like its paid to do so?

I had this exact same problem last night. The guy at the dealership said that I'm low on break fluid so I added some and no blinking light today. Hopefully I don't have a leak but I guess time will tell. Is flushing the break fluid part of the normal maintenance program that Audi performs while under warranty?
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It is recommended to flush and replace brake fluid every 2 years.
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