Porsche Cayenne Parking Brake Warning Switch Replacement at your home or office.

Our mobile mechanics offer services 7 days a week. Upfront and transparent pricing.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(297)

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Customer Ratings

(297)

Parking Brake Warning Switch Replacement Service

How much does a Parking Brake Warning Switch Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Porsche Cayenne Parking Brake Warning Switch Replacement is $171 with $76 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2017 Porsche CayenneV6-3.6LService typeParking Brake Warning Switch ReplacementEstimate$266.89Shop/Dealer Price$314.87 - $436.29
2008 Porsche CayenneV8-4.8LService typeParking Brake Warning Switch ReplacementEstimate$246.89Shop/Dealer Price$309.91 - $442.62
2013 Porsche CayenneV6-3.0L Turbo HybridService typeParking Brake Warning Switch ReplacementEstimate$246.89Shop/Dealer Price$309.91 - $442.62
2013 Porsche CayenneV8-4.8LService typeParking Brake Warning Switch ReplacementEstimate$246.89Shop/Dealer Price$309.85 - $442.52
2014 Porsche CayenneV8-4.8LService typeParking Brake Warning Switch ReplacementEstimate$246.89Shop/Dealer Price$309.95 - $442.69
2004 Porsche CayenneV6-3.2LService typeParking Brake Warning Switch ReplacementEstimate$246.89Shop/Dealer Price$309.91 - $442.62
2009 Porsche CayenneV6-3.6LService typeParking Brake Warning Switch ReplacementEstimate$251.89Shop/Dealer Price$314.57 - $447.02
2006 Porsche CayenneV8-4.5LService typeParking Brake Warning Switch ReplacementEstimate$251.89Shop/Dealer Price$315.50 - $448.65
Show example Porsche Cayenne Parking Brake Warning Switch Replacement prices

What is the Parking Brake Warning Switch all about?

Your vehicle has two braking systems onboard – the primary braking system is responsible for slowing down the car when you press the brake pedal, and the secondary braking system is designed to activate when you engage the emergency brake. Depending on the make and model you drive, your emergency brake might be activated via a handle between the two front seats, or it could be activated with a pedal under the dash (to the left of the brake pedal).

In both instances, activating the pedal or handle engages the emergency brake. This prevents your car from rolling if you park on a hill, and it takes the load off your transmission at the same time. When you engage the emergency brake, it activates a switch, which turns on a light in the dash warning you that the e-brake is on.

Over time (though rare), either the parking brake warning light switch or the bulb in the dash can fail. While your emergency brake will still work, it’s tough to tell when it’s engaged or not, particularly if you have the pedal-activated system.

Keep in mind:

  • Your parking brake warning light switch is not inspected during any maintenance or service.
  • The switch can fail due to many reasons, including electrical failure, wiring problems and more.

How it's done:

  • The hood release handle and dash panels are removed for access. The parking brake warning switch is disconnected.
  • The parking brake is pushed down and the defective parking brake warning switch is unbolted from the bracket.
  • The new parking brake warning switch is installed, connected, and then the brake is released.
  • The dash panels and the hood release handle are reinstalled.
  • The vehicle parking brake switch is checked for proper operation.

Our recommendation:

Your emergency brake is an important safety component on your vehicle. While not having a notification won’t impede your driving, you may unintentionally drive with the e-brake engaged, which will quickly wear out the brake. Have the switch and/or light serviced by one of our expert mechanics as soon as possible.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Parking Brake Warning Switch?

  • Dash light does not turn on when engaging the emergency brake
  • Dash light comes on intermittently when engaging the emergency brake
  • The dash light stays on while parking brake is not engaged

How important is this service?

We recommend having the switch problem diagnosed as soon as possible. While it won’t endanger you on the road or prevent you from driving, there is the potential to cause damage to the emergency brake system by driving with the system on.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee


Meet some of our expert Porsche mechanics

Real customer reviews from Porsche owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(297)

Rating Summary
268
16
1
4
8
268
16
1
4
8

Manuel

15 years of experience
60 reviews
Manuel
15 years of experience
Porsche Cayenne V6-3.6L - Oil Change - La Habra, California
he is good!!

Ben

41 years of experience
1446 reviews
Ben
41 years of experience
Porsche Cayenne V8-4.8L - 96,000 Miles Maintenance Service - Houston, Texas
Very Satisfied. Outstanding.

Nazareth

27 years of experience
289 reviews
Nazareth
27 years of experience
Porsche Cayenne V6-3.2L - Oil Change - Alhambra, California
Good mechanic, positive attitude.

Peter

43 years of experience
1321 reviews
Peter
43 years of experience
Porsche Cayenne V6-3.2L - Engine is misfiring - Scottsdale, Arizona
Highly professional, knowledgeable, and competed work ahead of schedule.

Excellent Rating

(297)

Rating Summary
268
16
1
4
8
268
16
1
4
8
Number of Porsche Cayenne services completed
3267+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT Porsche MECHANICS
300+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

2012 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu: Which One Should I Buy?
Mid-size sedans are the perfect family vehicle; offering just enough space for you and a few kids, but not so much that a small family will feel lost in them. This class of vehicles is slightly larger than a compact...
How to Buy a Car Through Your Business
Sometimes Sometimes businesses need access to a vehicle on a regular basis, or even occasionally, to serve its customers. Purchasing a car under your business name that employees can drive often saves companies time and money versus reimbursing employees for...
How to Install Hood Pins on Your Car
Hood pins are used as a secondary restraint for the hood and are attached by a pin and plate drilled through the hood.

i cut off the roof

If you still have the windshield and install a roll bar then you should not have a problem, but if I were you I would check with local ordnance to make sure it is legal.

Water is leaking into the front cabin

The procedure for keeping the water from getting into the cabin will depend greatly on figuring out where the water is coming in. It could come in at the sunroof, door seals, windshield seal, window seal, or any place else...

Key fob eeswt

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com