Information Center Test 3A - Red Brake Warning Light Malfunction
NOTE:
Perform INFORMATION CENTER TEST 1A
before proceeding with this test. For connector terminal ID, see CONNECTOR IDENTIFICATION
and WIRING DIAGRAMS
. Perform TEST VER-1A - VERIFICATION PROCEDURE
after each repair.
CAUTION:
Always turn ignition switch to OFF position prior to disconnecting any module connector.
- If vehicle is equipped with ABS, see BRAKE SYSTEM - ANTI-LOCK article in the BRAKES section. On non-ABS vehicles, ensure parking brake pedal is fully released. If parking brake will not release, repair as needed. Turn ignition on. If brake warning light is illuminated, go to INFORMATION CENTER TEST 3B . If brake warning light is not illuminated, go to next step.
- Crank engine and observe brake warning light. If brake warning light does not illuminate, go to INFORMATION CENTER TEST 3C . If brake warning light illuminates, go to next step.
- Apply parking brake. If brake warning light does not illuminate, go to INFORMATION CENTER TEST 3D . If brake warning light illuminates, go to next step.
- Release parking brake. Proceed to INFORMATION CENTER TEST 3E to diagnose warning light not illuminating when brake fluid reservoir is low or empty.