Brake System Warning Light - Chevrolet 2003 Silverado 1500 Pickup Owner's Manual

Brake System Warning Light
With the ignition on, the brake system warning light will
flash when you set the parking brake. The light will
flash if the parking brake doesn't release fully. If you try
to drive with the parking brake engaged, a chime will
sound when the vehicle speed is qreater than
This light should come on briefly when you turn the
ignition key to RUN. If it doesn't come on then, have it
fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there's a problem.
If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the
road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal
is
harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the
3 mph (5 km/h).
Your vehicle's hydraulic brake system is divided into two
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parts. If one part isn't working, the other part can still
work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need
both parts working well.
If the warning light comes on and a chime sounds there
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floor. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on,
have the vehicle towed for service. See Towing
could be a brake problem. Have your brake system
inspected right away.
BRAKE
Your brake system may not be working
properly if the brake system warning light is
on. Driving with the brake system warning light
on can lead to an accident. If the light is still
on after you've pulled off the road and stopped
carefully, have the vehicle towed for service.
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