Cavalier L4-2.2L VIN 4 (1998)
Brake Warning Indicator: Description and Operation
The standard brake system uses a single red BRAKE warning light. The light is located in the instrument panel cluster. When the ignition switch is in the
START position, the BRAKE warning light should glow and turn off when the ignition switch returns the RUN position.
The following conditions will activate the BRAKE light:
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The parking brake is applied.
The light should be on whenever the parking brake is applied and the ignition switch is on.
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The fluid level is low.
A low fluid level in the master cylinder will turn the BRAKE light on.
For electrical diagnosis on the BRAKE warning system, refer to Brake Lamp (Warning Indicator).
Antilock Brake System
The antilock brake system uses two indicator lamps, a red BRAKE warning lamp and an amber ANTILOCK lamp. Both of the lamps are located in the
instrument panel cluster. The lamps should activate under the following normal conditions:
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When the ignition is turned to the RUN position, prior to starting the engine, the amber ANTILOCK lamp should fun ON.
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As the engine is cranked, the red BRAKE lamp and the amber ANTILOCK lamp should come ON.
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When the engine is started, both lamps should be OFF.
For further information regarding the warning lamp operation for the Antilock brake system, refer to ABS Light.