Hello,
I got the very same problem this morning, for some unknown reason; I never use p-brake; I drive the car maybe twice a month; it's a 2006 conti gt mulliner. Moreover another problem suddenly came on at the same time, automatic lights didn't work anymore; So far it seems related to electronic momre than mechanic; I'll have the car inspected by Bentley Brussels and will keep you posted;
best regards,
Nixx

 

Nixx,

Seems Bentley has figured out the P Brake light issue is some failed sensor that needs to be replaced, so this is common/defect. As for the other thing, probably just a small 'reset' could fix it.

 

I'm a new owner and from what I've heard tire sensor light is the most common light to come on - I've also been told vw tire sensors which are much cheaper than Bentley will also work

 

Yes, simply cross reference the VW Phaeton for various possible parts substitution / solutions

 

I am experiencing the same problem. Were you guys able to identify which exact sensor needed to be replaced? My mechanic's VAG-COM shows the problem coming from the rear passenger side wheel. Any help with specific part numbers will help! Thank you in advance.

 

It's the rear right (passenger side on USA spec). Part # is....


(Getting my service book, brb)


Brake Actuator 3W0907801E ($252 in May 2010, we did a core return of the old one)


Also see in August 2010 I had the same problem (yellow crossed out P) and they replaced 3W0698996E electric parking brake ($400.19). Odds are THIS is your problem more than the first one ($252).


Hope this helps.

 

@stevenrmusic thank you so much brother! that worked like a charm...only a 10min jobbie. It was in-fact the Electric Parking Brake (3W0698996E) causing the issue. Got the part from FlyingSpares.

Simply took the rear passenger wheel off and got the electric parking brake swapped after removing the 2x star screws that hold it in place. New unit comes with 2x brand new screws.

 

DOES ANYONE KNOW WHAT TO DO TO FIX THIS MESSAGE "PLEASE CHECK BREAK LIGHTS"
SEE PIC BELOW

 

this is one of the worst ones. It’s your third (top rear window) brake light. Very common continental issue. Around $2700 to fix.
recommend to find a shop that will issue inspection sticker with this light fault. Otherwise ur out some serious $$$

 

Believe me not many parts are made in the UK any more .more likely shipped from Germany or China 😂

 

You guys are replying to a thread from 2011.

LOL

Whacky

 

Hello @pupdogg,
I have a 2008 Continental GT speed and I have the same issue: P crossed signal.
I'm ready to buy the part. Is it easy to do job ?
Due to that issue, I can't be sure to engage the jack mode (no information on the board).
It's a left drive car ( french )
Do you know if I can find a tutorial to help me or do I have to go and see a mecanic ?
Thank you for your help.
Pierre-Yves

 

did you ever sort out a DIY instructions, just got the same warning this morning

 

​​​​​​Hello @cerex ,
To which which warning are you referring to, as this thread was taken off topic of parking brake warning, if it is the brake light warning, see the DIY thread by @Zaos in the link below.

https://www.6speedonline.com/forums/...ent-howto.html

Johnny

 

Interesting enough I got both errors discussed on this thread.

3rd Brake light out - sourced a new brake light and looking for an indy shop in NU/NY/CT/PA area to sort out, Dealers wants close to $2K in Labor
(P) fault came on, I might be lucky for now as I did the Parking Break engagement 5 times and has since disappeared.

If there is a DIY instruction out to replace the faulty sensor/brake part suspect others might benefit as well.

Many Thanks as always Jonny for keeping us all on track and informed

Alex