Park Brake System Description and Operation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Suzuki Swift +, 2008 Pontiac Wave, and 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
This braking system uses a BRAKE warning light located in the instrument panel cluster. When the ignition switch is in the START position, the BRAKE warning light should glow and go off when the ignition switch returns to the RUN position. Whenever the parking brake is applied and the ignition switch is ON, the BRAKE warning light should glow.
When the brake is firmly applied, the parking brake should securely hold the vehicle with ample pedal travel remaining. Check for frayed cables, rust, etc., or any condition that may inhibit present, or future, free movement of the parking brake lever assembly.