K63 Handbrake warning light off (initial test not run)
- Make
- Alfa Romeo
- Model
- 156 Factory Service Manual
- Year
- 1997–2002
- Section
- Instruments › K63 Handbrake warning light off (initial test not run)
K63 Handbrake warning light off (initial test not run)
On starting, the "handbrake" warning light does not come on (it should come on for 2 seconds to indicate the initial test of the control unit, and then go out)
NOTA: The "low brake fluid" and "handbrake on" warning light, it also indicates an EBD function fault if it comes on at the same time as the ABS warning light
| Step | Test procedure | Result | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CHECK WITH DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT Connect the diagnostic equipment (Examiner or other instruments) to the diagnostic socket Check that there is a regular dialogue with the ABS control unit | OK | |
| Lack of dialogue with the control unit | Restore:
End of diagnosis | ||
| An error is detected in the control unit |
End of diagnosis | ||
| 2 | CHECKING CHECK CONTROL POWER SUPPLY Check, in order:
| OK | |
| Connections not correct |
End of diagnosis | ||
| Component defective |
End of diagnosis | ||
| 3 | CHECK CONTROL CHECK Check the operation of the check control instrument see DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION: 5560 Instruments (see 5560F) | OK | |
| Instrument not working |
End of diagnosis | ||
| 4 | CHECK CORRECT OPERATION Check that the fault is no longer present | OK | End of diagnosis |
| Fault persists | Incorrect selection of diagnostic procedure |
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- BOOKHaynes manualSearch: Haynes manual Alfa Romeo 156
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