Check Brake System
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 21
Likes: 0
Check Brake System
I own a 2008 F250 Superduty, KR, 6.4L and have been experiencing the following problem and am wondering if anyone on this forum has had it happen to them.
When starting the truck after not running for 6 hours or more the phrase "CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM" appears in the message center where milage is displayed. I've taken it into the dealer and they were not able to find any codes in the computer or recreate the message. Basically they sent me home and told me to write down the times it happens. Has anyone had this happen to their new trucks. Thanks in advance for the input.
Dumbfounded, Matt
When starting the truck after not running for 6 hours or more the phrase "CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM" appears in the message center where milage is displayed. I've taken it into the dealer and they were not able to find any codes in the computer or recreate the message. Basically they sent me home and told me to write down the times it happens. Has anyone had this happen to their new trucks. Thanks in advance for the input.
Dumbfounded, Matt
Senior User
Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 162
Likes: 0
From: Land O Lakes, Fl.
I have not experienced this but I am certain your techs checked the fluid level.......
Did you check inside each wheel for any leaks? Even a small leak might alert the system to a pressure drop. Let us know if it turns out to be something else like a bad indicator.
Did you check inside each wheel for any leaks? Even a small leak might alert the system to a pressure drop. Let us know if it turns out to be something else like a bad indicator.
Posting Guru
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 1,441
Likes: 0
I agree with Demolition. Once the fluid warms it expands witch could be just enough to push the float up far enough to not tell it that the fluid is to low. That is probably why you have to wait 6 or so hours for it to show that.
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 21
Likes: 0
Yeah, I have a 5th wheel hitch installed and they used a "Y" type plug off the back side of the bumper mounted 7 pin connector to run another 7 pin into the bed of the truck. Thing with that is, I was getting the Check Brake System message prior to having the other 7 pin connector installed.
I wasn't able to check brake fluid levels yesterday but should get to it today. I will post an update once I look.
I wasn't able to check brake fluid levels yesterday but should get to it today. I will post an update once I look.
Trending Topics
Posting Guru
Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 1,501
Likes: 2
From: Henderson, NV
Yeah, I have a 5th wheel hitch installed and they used a "Y" type plug off the back side of the bumper mounted 7 pin connector to run another 7 pin into the bed of the truck. Thing with that is, I was getting the Check Brake System message prior to having the other 7 pin connector installed.
I wasn't able to check brake fluid levels yesterday but should get to it today. I will post an update once I look.
I wasn't able to check brake fluid levels yesterday but should get to it today. I will post an update once I look.
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals
Joe Kucinski
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership
Brett Foote
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches
Pouria Savadkouei
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained
Brett Foote
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)
Michael S. Palmer
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath
Verdad Gallardo
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer
Joe Kucinski
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)
Brett Foote
Elder User
Joined: Mar 2006
Posts: 516
Likes: 1
Yeah, I have a 5th wheel hitch installed and they used a "Y" type plug off the back side of the bumper mounted 7 pin connector to run another 7 pin into the bed of the truck. Thing with that is, I was getting the Check Brake System message prior to having the other 7 pin connector installed.
I wasn't able to check brake fluid levels yesterday but should get to it today. I will post an update once I look.
I wasn't able to check brake fluid levels yesterday but should get to it today. I will post an update once I look.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
fairhaven
1999 - 2016 Super Duty
1
Oct 6, 2012 05:34 PM
trunkmonkey203
6.4L Power Stroke Diesel
4
Aug 8, 2012 05:57 PM
