The body control module (BCM) sees the park brake switch and brake fluid level switch input to grounded, it sends a serial data message to the instrument panel cluster (IPC) requesting illumination of the red brake indicator.

Schematic Reference

Hydraulic Brake Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Hydraulic Brake Connector End Views

Description and Operation

Brake Warning System Description and Operation

Electrical Information Reference

Scan Tool Reference

Scan Tool Data List

1. With the scan tool, select instrument panel special functions Lamp Test. Command the instrument panel lamps OFF. Verify brake lamp turns OFF.

⇒	If the brake lamp does not turn OFF, replace the IPC.

2. Disconnect the park brake switch, with a scan tool observe park brake switch parameter. Verify parameter is reading ON.

⇒	If parameter is OFF, replace the park brake switch

3. Test the signal circuit of the park brake switch for a short to ground. Verify no short is found.

⇒	If short is found repair circuit.

4. Replace the BCM.

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.