Brake Warning Indicator: Testing and Inspection

BRAKE WARNING SYSTEM INSPECTION

1. INSPECT WARNING LIGHT
a. Disconnect the connectors from the level warning switch and parking brake switch.
b. Connect terminals on the wire harness side connector of the level warning switch connector.
c. Turn the ignition switch ON. and check that the warning light lights up.
If the warning light does not light up, test the bulb.





2. INSPECT BRAKE FLUID LEVEL WARNING SWITCH CONTINUITY
a. Check that there is no continuity between terminals with the switch OFF (float up).
b. Check that there is continuity between terminals with the switch ON (float down).
If operation is not as specified, replace the switch.





3. INSPECT PARKING BRAKE SWITCH CONTINUITY
a. Check that there is continuity between terminal and switch body with the switch ON (switch pin released).
b. Check that there is no continuity between terminal and switch body with the switch OFF (switch pin pushed in).
If operation is not as specified, replace the switch or inspect ground point.