Brake System Indicator - Honda 2006 Accord Owner's Manual

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Brake System Indicator

BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR
The Brake System Indicator is a
reminder to check the parking brake.
It normally comes on when you turn
the ignition switch to the ON (II)
position. If you do not fully release
the parking brake, the indicator
comes on and stays on, and you will
see the symbol ''
symbol with a ''RELEASE PARKING
BRAKE'' message on the multi-
information display.
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Taking Care of the Unexpected
If it comes on at any other time, it
indicates a problem with the car's
brake system. When the indicator is
on, you will see the symbol
'' '' or the symbol with a
''BRAKE FLUID LOW'' message, or
the symbol ''
types) or the symbol with a ''CHECK
SYSTEM'' message (on some types)
on the multi-information display. In
most cases, the problem is a low
fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir.
Press lightly on the brake pedal to
see if it feels normal. If it does,
check the brake fluid level the next
time you stop at a service station
(see page 447
low, take the car to your dealer and
have the brake system inspected for
leaks or worn brake pads.
'' or the
However, if the brake pedal does not
feel normal, you should take
immediate action. Because of the
brake system's dual-circuit design, a
problem in one part of the system
will still give you braking at two
'' (on some wheels. You will feel the brake pedal
go down much farther before the car
begins to slow down, and you will
have to press harder on the pedal.
The distance needed to stop will be
much longer.
). If the fluid level is