You may be simply low on brake fluid.

Remove the cover off the instrument panel and you will be able to see
the brake/clutch hydraulic reservoir. If low, Refill with DOT-4 brake
fluid. . Be sure it is DOT-4 and nothing less. The DOT-4 has a higher
heat rating than DOT-3.

Remove the cover by reaching forward on the cover with both hands and
find the detents in the edge of the cover. Pulling back and up should
release it from the catches. Then it comes right off. Reverse to re-install.

John

John Rodgers
Clayartist and Moldmaker
88'GL VW Bus Driver
Chelsea, AL
Http://www.moldhaus.com

On 12/7/2011 2:12 PM, David M wrote:
> My brake warning light has started flickering when I'm in motion. I did leave the handbrake on once or twice, could that have messed something up. How do I troubleshoot this?
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> -David (1987 Wolfsburg 2.1L gasoline, auto)
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