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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) are also equipped with Elec-
tronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD). In the event of an EBD failure, the Brake Warning
Light will turn on along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair to the ABS system is re-
quired.
Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by turning the ignition switch from
the STOP position to the MAR position. The light should illuminate for approximately two
seconds. The light should then turn off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault
is detected. If the light does not illuminate, have the light inspected by an authorized
dealer.
The light also will turn on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in
the MAR position.
NOTE:
This light shows only that the parking brake is applied. It does not show the degree of
brake application.
Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system
may have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have a collision. Have
the vehicle checked immediately.
— Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor fuel quality, etc., may illumi-
nate the MIL after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on
through several typical driving cycles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and
not require towing.
If the MIL flashes when the engine is running, serious conditions may exist that could lead
to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. We recommend you
do not operate the vehicle. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
— Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light
The "ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light" in the instrument cluster will come on
for four seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the MAR position. If the "ESC
Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light" comes on continuously with the engine running, a
malfunction has been detected in the ESC system. If this light remains on, see your au-
thorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected.
WARNING!
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