Red Brake Warning Indicator
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| CONDITION | POSSIBLE CAUSES | CORRECTION |
|---|---|---|
| RED BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR ON | 1. Parking brake lever not fully released. | 1. Release parking brake lever. |
| 2. Parking brake warning lamp switch on parking brake lever. | 2. Inspect and replace switch as necessary. | |
| 3. Brake fluid level low in reservoir. | 3. Fill reservoir. Check entire system for leaks. Repair or replace as required. | |
| 4. Brake fluid level switch. | 4. Disconnect switch wiring connector. If lamp goes out, replace switch. | |
| 5. Mechanical instrument cluster (MIC) problem. | 5. Refer to appropriate diagnostic information. | |
| 6. Amber Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Indicator Lamp also illuminated | 6. Refer to appropriate diagnostic information. | |
| 7. ABS Electric Vacuum Pump (EVP) malfunction. | 7. Refer to DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING or DIAGNOSTIC CODE INDEX and perform the appropriate diagnostic information. | |
| 8. Electric park brake is not released | 8. Check EPB switch position. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC CODE INDEX . | |
| 9. Park brake warning switch | 9. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC CODE INDEX . |