horstraven73
Stilo Electronic Parking Brake Fault
Summary of the thread
The electronic parking brake on a 2002 Fiat Stilo diesel stopped working, with a warning light and error message displayed. Initial checks confirmed that the fuses were fine, suggesting the issue was more complex. A potential cause identified was a defective electric motor in the brake caliper. It was recommended to have the vehicle inspected by a workshop with diagnostic tools, which confirmed the defective motor as the problem.
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horstraven73 (community.author)
No unusual noises from the rear. I haven't done any diagnostics beyond the fuses. What diagnostic steps would be best?
walterbraun5
The car's telling you something's wrong, but you need the right tool to understand it. Without diagnostic equipment, you're driving blind. It sounds beyond DIY fixes. With a potential safety issue, I'd recommend a workshop with diagnostic tools to pinpoint the problem. It is likely a defective electric motor in the brake calliper.
horstraven73 (community.author)
I appreciate the advice. I'll get it inspected by a technician. The workshop confirmed the defective electric motor in the brake calliper, estimating the repair at 505€. Thanks again!
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walterbraun5
That sounds tricky! Electronic parking brakes can be complicated. Since the warning light is on and there's an error code, it's probably not just a fuse. Any unusual noises from the rear wheels when you try to use the parking brake? Have you tried any diagnostics beyond checking the fuses?