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Brake

The brake telltale is turned On by the cluster when it receives a command from the BCM or the EBTCM, (indicating a possible problem within the mechanical function of the brakes). This indicates to the operator of the vehicle that the park brake is engaged, brake fluid is low, or there is a possible problem in the mechanical portion of the antilock brake system.

During engine start-up, the brake indicator lamp will come On for 3 seconds by the I/P cluster for a bulb check.