Brake Warning Indicator: Testing and Inspection

TESTING THE BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR

The Brake System Indicator light comes ON to alert the driver that the parking brake is applied, or that the brake fluid level is low. It also comes on as a bulb test when the engine is cranked.

Bulb Check

With the ignition switch in START (III), battery voltage is applied through fuse 13 to the brake system indicator light. The alternator provides ground, which turns on the indicator light until the engine begins running. The light comes on while the engine is cranking to test the brake system indicator light bulb. See charging system for further details.