my brake light goes on intermittently upon depressing the brake pedal. brake function seems fine. it's been doing this all summer without any apparent problem. brake fluid levels are fine.

can anyone tell me what the problem is?

Submitted by jmcwells@hotmail.com on Wed, 11/08/2006 - 12:14

Tom,

What year is your XJS? I have the same problem at times and I've been told the sending unit on the Brake fluid reservoir is faulty. One person was able to get it to work properly by removing and cleaning the reservoir, but it was a long process. The other alternative is to purchase a new reservoir if it's for a 94 or later XJS. According to my parts person, the sending unit was an un-removable part of the reservoir.

Jim

Submitted by y2kgolf@hotmail.com on Wed, 11/08/2006 - 10:41

Hello Tom,

I sometimes have the same problem. The brake light comes on intermittently even thou the brake fluid and brakes are fine. I think it might have something to do with a loose connection. Keep an eye on the light when you go over bumps or rough patches on the road. Check your connections as well.

Cheers,

Martin 1995 XJS Convertible