GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

Important: 

   • In order to prevent misdiagnosis, inspect for electronic brake control module (EBCM) diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). Refer to ABS Diagnostic System Check .
   • Inspect the master brake cylinder fluid level prior to performing this diagnosis.

1

  1. Turn the ignition switch to RUN.
  2. Backprobe with a fused jumper between the electronic brake control module (EBCM) connector C1 terminal 16 and ground.

Did the BRAKE indicator go out?

--

Go to ABS Diagnostic System Check

Go to Step 2

2

Backprobe with a fused jumper between the brake malfunction indicator lamp driver module connector terminal C and ground.

Did the BRAKE indicator go out?

--

Go to Step 9

Go to Step 3

3

Disconnect the brake malfunction indicator lamp driver module.

Did the BRAKE indicator go out?

--

Go to Step 10

Go to Step 4

4

Disconnect the brake fluid level indicator sensor.

Did the BRAKE indicator go out?

--

Go to Step 11

Go to Step 5

5

Disconnect the park brake switch.

Did the BRAKE indicator go out?

--

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 6

6

Disconnect the daytime running lights (DRL) module connector C2.

Did the BRAKE indicator go out?

--

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 8

7

  1. Inspect for a short to ground in CKT 1134.
  2. If OK, replace the DRL module.

Is the repair complete?

--

System OK

--

8

  1. Inspect for a short to ground in CKT 33, including the rear compartment lid release relay if equipped with a manual transmission.
  2. If OK, replace the instrument cluster. Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement .

Is the repair complete?

--

System OK

--

9

  1. Inspect for a short to voltage in CKT 1471 between the lamp driver module and the electronic brake control module (EBCM).
  2. If OK, repair an open or a poor connection in CKT 1471 between the lamp driver module and the EBCM.

Is the repair complete?

--

System OK

--

10

Replace the lamp driver module.

Is the repair complete?

--

System OK

--

11

Replace the park brake fluid level indicator sensor.

Is the repair complete?

--

System OK

--

12

  1. Inspect the park brake switch for mechanical interference.
  2. If OK, replace the switch.

Is the repair complete?

--

System OK

--