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Symptom Chart

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SYMPTOM DESCRIPTION

Condition Possible Sources Action
  • The red brake warning indicator is always illuminated
  • Parking brake not fully released
  • Low brake fluid level
  • Wiring, terminals or connectors
  • Brake master cylinder inoperative
  • The parking brake does not apply/hold vehicle
  • Parking brake cable(s)
  • Parking brake control
  • Rear brake calipers
  • The parking brake will not release
  • Front cable
  • LH cable
  • Parking brake control
  • Rear brake calipers
  • RH cable