Brake System Messages
BRAKE FLUID LOW
This message is displayed when the brake fluid level is low. See Brake Fluid.
BRAKES OVERHEATED
This message is displayed when the brakes are becoming overheated.
You may see this when driving on hills. Shift to a lower gear.
STEP ON BRAKE TO RELEASE PARK BRAKE
This message is displayed if you attempt to release the Electric Parking Brake without the brake pedal applied. See Parking Brake for more information.
RELEASE PARKING BRAKE
This message is displayed if the Electric Parking Brake is on while the vehicle is in motion. Release it before you attempt to drive.
See Parking Brake for more information.
SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST
This message may be displayed when there is a problem with the brake boost assist system.
When this message is displayed, the brake boost assist motor might be heard operating and you might notice pulsation in the brake pedal. This is normal under these conditions. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service.
SERVICE PARKING BRAKE
This message is displayed when there is a problem with the parking brake. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service.
See also:
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How to Check Power Steering Fluid
Notice: Extremely small amounts of contamination can cause steering system damage
and cause it to not work properly. Do not allow contaminants to contact the fluid
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Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light
The StabiliTrak or Traction Control
System (TCS) indicator/warning
light comes on briefly when the
engine is started.
If the light does not come on, have
the vehicle serviced by your dealer ...