What are the causes of the parking brake system failure in the Audi Q3?

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JustinLee
07/29/25 8:53pm
Audi Q3 parking brake system failure may be caused by sensor malfunction or ABS pump failure. Parking brake system failure warning signs: The electronic parking brake light keeps flashing, accompanied by "automatic parking function failure". After parking and restarting, most vehicles no longer display this fault. Causes and related solutions: A switch bus socket is not properly seated. The parking brake sensor may have mud/water contamination during rainy days or metal shavings during the new car break-in period, leading to inaccurate detection. Most 4S shops suggest this is an occasional fault code that can be resolved by clearing it for normal operation.
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