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For 1990-2009 cars only

Brake Warning Indicator

The instrument panel cluster (IPC) illuminates the Red Brake Warning indicator when one or more of the following occurs.

    • The body control module (BCM) detects that the park brake is engaged.
    • The IPC detects the low brake fluid level switch is closed.
    • The electronic brake control module (EBCM) detects an ABS malfunction which disables dynamic rear proportioning (DRP), and sends a serial data message to the IPC.
    • The IPC performs the bulb check at the start of each ignition cycle. The Red Brake Warning indicator illuminates momentarily.
    • The IPC detects a loss of serial data with the EBCM.