Member Since: 14 Mar 2016
Location: Hereford
Posts: 57
Newbie parking brake will I be ok?
Hi, sorry if this has been covered before!
I'm on vacation in deepest Wales..on the way yesterday I got an error flash up and the disco went into limp mode. I stopped checked and it said parking brake error.. Weird as I was driving at the time.. The parking brake works as it should can hear it engaging and disengaging. The started up ok and I travelled on to my destination ok but with an amber "p" showing on the dash. After a couple of stops and starts the error has gone ?
Should I be ok to get back home before getting it looked at by my local garage?
My main concern was the going into limp mode!
Thanks for adviceCurrently
Discovery 3 HSE
Defender 90 TD5
1964 Series 2
Prevoiusly;- 2 x Seiries 3; 2x Disco 3.9 1 x Disco JE 4.6; Range rover classic; 3 x 90 V8's
I'd check the alternator before further damage can result. Current: Discovery 3 06MY (55 reg) HSE Auto Zambezi Silver Allisport Fast Road Intercooler, V8 Brakes, Silicone IC Hoses, EGRs Blanked, Remapped, De-Cat pipe, FBHIC
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That's a good shout. I had same error, was a failing alternator. Also changed the battery to be on the safe side. Alternator change took 20 minutes, my Indy came out to me.____
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9th Apr 2016 10:27 am
Boingy
Member Since: 14 Mar 2016
Location: Hereford
Posts: 57
So not much option of changing here today so will have to take chance on 100 mile home trip mondayCurrently
Discovery 3 HSE
Defender 90 TD5
1964 Series 2
Prevoiusly;- 2 x Seiries 3; 2x Disco 3.9 1 x Disco JE 4.6; Range rover classic; 3 x 90 V8's
It's up to you of course, but do bear in mind the safety implications and potential for further damage. I suggest you disconnect your battery when not in use in case it drains it. Current: Discovery 3 06MY (55 reg) HSE Auto Zambezi Silver Allisport Fast Road Intercooler, V8 Brakes, Silicone IC Hoses, EGRs Blanked, Remapped, De-Cat pipe, FBHIC
Freelander 2 2007 HSE Manual Tambora Flame
Previous: FL2 56 reg SE Manual Black (written off )
Disco 3 06 reg B7S Manual Rimini Red
Disco 2 TD5 Y reg ES Manual Blue - Chipped
Several Discovery 300 TDis
9th Apr 2016 12:00 pm
Boingy
Member Since: 14 Mar 2016
Location: Hereford
Posts: 57
Hi lost for words are you saying battery will be drained by epb? What if it's not engaged?Currently
Discovery 3 HSE
Defender 90 TD5
1964 Series 2
Prevoiusly;- 2 x Seiries 3; 2x Disco 3.9 1 x Disco JE 4.6; Range rover classic; 3 x 90 V8's
It's not the EPB that we suspect - it's the alternator. The EPB fault can be one of the signs of failure if it is overvolting or producing excessive AC. If it's the diodes failing, it can drain the battery. Current: Discovery 3 06MY (55 reg) HSE Auto Zambezi Silver Allisport Fast Road Intercooler, V8 Brakes, Silicone IC Hoses, EGRs Blanked, Remapped, De-Cat pipe, FBHIC
Freelander 2 2007 HSE Manual Tambora Flame
Previous: FL2 56 reg SE Manual Black (written off )
Disco 3 06 reg B7S Manual Rimini Red
Disco 2 TD5 Y reg ES Manual Blue - Chipped
Several Discovery 300 TDis
9th Apr 2016 12:16 pm
Boingy
Member Since: 14 Mar 2016
Location: Hereford
Posts: 57
Hi
Home safely had a different message pop up on way home (was accellating hard up hill) problem was very quick then disappeared think it said engine something or other! not sure if it went into Limp mode a stopped immediately turned off then back on with no erros on startup! booked into local Indi tomorrow for an alternator/battery test...Also will have a full fault code check.
Thing is not sure what should be done with the codes..seems reading many stories a hell of a lot of the faults are not for real and can be caused by many things not even related....starting to wonder what i've bought seems to be so delecate especially around water!!
Whats the common sensus on codes...do I reset them and wait for the next codes to appear several times Then act on them if they keep appearing?
Thanks JamesCurrently
Discovery 3 HSE
Defender 90 TD5
1964 Series 2
Prevoiusly;- 2 x Seiries 3; 2x Disco 3.9 1 x Disco JE 4.6; Range rover classic; 3 x 90 V8's
I suspect the message you got was "Engine System Fault" - under such circumstances the fuel filter would normally be the first place to start (or perhaps turbo hose if there's black smoke), but I don't think it rules out the alternator.
Generally codes should be noted and cleared, then after a suitable drive cycle, checked to see what returns. The D3 isn't really delicate, but it is, in common with many modern vehicles and electronics in general, very sensitive to correct voltage. Current: Discovery 3 06MY (55 reg) HSE Auto Zambezi Silver Allisport Fast Road Intercooler, V8 Brakes, Silicone IC Hoses, EGRs Blanked, Remapped, De-Cat pipe, FBHIC
Freelander 2 2007 HSE Manual Tambora Flame
Previous: FL2 56 reg SE Manual Black (written off )
Disco 3 06 reg B7S Manual Rimini Red
Disco 2 TD5 Y reg ES Manual Blue - Chipped
Several Discovery 300 TDis
12th Apr 2016 11:37 am
Boingy
Member Since: 14 Mar 2016
Location: Hereford
Posts: 57
Thanks Again
I did run very low on juice..will check filter as well!Currently
Discovery 3 HSE
Defender 90 TD5
1964 Series 2
Prevoiusly;- 2 x Seiries 3; 2x Disco 3.9 1 x Disco JE 4.6; Range rover classic; 3 x 90 V8's
12th Apr 2016 11:54 am
Iguana
Member Since: 14 Oct 2013
Location: 'Sunny' Zomerset
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I had similar issues with mine a few months ago, was on the M5 on my way to Wales, managed to call a forum member and he told me to turn around, get home and disconnect battery.
She was 3 days on the drive, before new alternator arrived and swapped out....luckily my battery was not 'goosed' by the failing alternator as we caught it early.
I would also while the battery is disconnected give it a good charge/reconditioning, did this with mine (Using Ctek charger) and have not had any issues since Iggy/Ieuan
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12th Apr 2016 11:59 am
Boingy
Member Since: 14 Mar 2016
Location: Hereford
Posts: 57
Hi..whats the best Alternator should it need replacing as I've seen a few messages on this subject also.Currently
Discovery 3 HSE
Defender 90 TD5
1964 Series 2
Prevoiusly;- 2 x Seiries 3; 2x Disco 3.9 1 x Disco JE 4.6; Range rover classic; 3 x 90 V8's
http://www.disco3.co.uk/forum/topic144132.htmlCurrent: Discovery 3 06MY (55 reg) HSE Auto Zambezi Silver Allisport Fast Road Intercooler, V8 Brakes, Silicone IC Hoses, EGRs Blanked, Remapped, De-Cat pipe, FBHIC
Freelander 2 2007 HSE Manual Tambora Flame
Previous: FL2 56 reg SE Manual Black (written off )
Disco 3 06 reg B7S Manual Rimini Red
Disco 2 TD5 Y reg ES Manual Blue - Chipped
Several Discovery 300 TDis
12th Apr 2016 1:29 pm
Boingy
Member Since: 14 Mar 2016
Location: Hereford
Posts: 57
Just checked the History file and it had a new Denso fitted by Guy Salmon end of October 2013 and a new Bosch Battery .
2 years old so would hope OK..we'll find out tomorrow
Thx for all inputsCurrently
Discovery 3 HSE
Defender 90 TD5
1964 Series 2
Prevoiusly;- 2 x Seiries 3; 2x Disco 3.9 1 x Disco JE 4.6; Range rover classic; 3 x 90 V8's
12th Apr 2016 3:40 pm
BBB
Member Since: 01 Apr 2015
Location: Chester
Posts: 269
I think the common problem appears to be going to Wales, maybe a survey is needed as to whether this is maybe a more common issue than realised, and has not been considered in fault finding.
All the problems seem to occur either on the way, or whilst there, although the car always seems to be happy to make its way home without incident.
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