Thread: Strange sequence of faults

Today, my 2003 TD5 Auto experienced a strange sequence of faults. It started when I pulled out from a shopping mall car park.

1. It started with flashing both M & S lights, along with blinking D on the dashboard. I have found many posts discussing this, but not with the following sequence of events.
2. When I tried to switch off the car, it wouldn't switch off. I put the gear level in P and turn the ignition key off, the engine is still running. That's very strange.
3. While engine still running, I tried to put the car in D again (with hand brake on), the engine stopped.
4. I could start the engine as normal, and drive. However, M&S still flashing.
5. When I arrived home, I found that break light is permanently on, no matter the gear position, engine on/off, hand brake on/off, brake pedal pressed or not.

I am at a loss to determine what caused all this -- or even whether this is caused by more than one problem.

Brake light is still on, and I suspect the battery will be dead soon and I won't be able to start the car thereafter.

Can anyone shed some light with this situation?

Thanks in advance.

Originally Posted by brougham

Pull out light fuse to prevent battery dying.

Yes, I have done that last night. So, at least battery is not draining.