Volkswagen Jetta Wagon 2004 Owner's Manual page 188

CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
11 -Brake
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l BRAKE
The indicator light illuminates when the igni-
tion is switched on and turns off aher a few
seconds when the parking brake is fully re-
leased. This is your assurance that the
brake warning light is functioning properly.
Note
The daytime running lights work only when
the parking brake lever is fully released.
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If the brake warning light does
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not illuminates when the igni-
tion is turned on, a malfunction may
exist in the electrical system. Con-
tact the nearest authorized VOLKS-
WAGEN dealer for assistance.
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WARNING
• Please be very careful and be
sure to remember that after sever-
al brake applications, you will
need greater pressure on the brake
pedal to stop your vehicle. Conse-
quently, you must allow for in-
creased braking distances. Trying
to brake as quickly as usual could
lead to an accident.
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On Canada vehicles. this warning light w ill indi-
cate a malfunction in the ABS system .
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WARNING
continued
• If both warning lights ( ABS and
BRAKE warning light ) come on at
the same time, the rear wheels
could lock up first under hard bra-
king. Rear wheel brake lock-up
can cause loss of vehicle control
and an accident. Have your vehi-
cle repaired immediately by your
authorized VOLKSWAGEN dealer
or a qualified workshop. Drive
slowly and avoid sudden, hard bra-
ke application .
• If the brake warning light does
not go out after a few seconds and
the parking brake released, or
lights up while you are driving, the
fluid level in the brake fluid reser-
voir is too low. If you believe that
it is safe to do so, proceed immedi-
ately at low speed to the nearest
authorized VOLKSWAGEN dealer
or qualified workshop and have
the brake system inspected.
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