Warning/indicator lamp
Possible causes/consequences and MM Solutions
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Brakewarning lamp(USA)
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Brakes warning lamp(Can‐
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The redbrake system warning lampislit while theengine is running.
*Possible causes:
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The brakeforce boosting is malfunctioning and thebraking characteristicsmay be affected.
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There is insufficient brakefluid in thebrake fluid reservoir.
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WARNING Risk of accident and injury if brakeforce boosting is malfunctioning
If brakeforce boosting is malfunctioning, increased brakepedal forcemay be necessaryfor braking.The braking
characteristicsmay be impaired. The brakingdistance can increase in emergency braking situations.
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Stop in asafelocation immediately.Donot continue driving.
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Consult aqualified specialistworkshop.
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WARNING Risk of an accident duetolow brakefluid level
If thebrake fluid levelistoo low, thebraking effect and thebraking characteristicsmay be impaired.
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Pull overand stop thevehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and trafficconditions.Do
notcontinuedriving under anycircumstances.
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Consult aqualified specialistworkshop.
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Do notadd brakefluid.
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Stop thevehicle immediately in accordance withthe trafficconditions.Donot continuedriving under anycircum‐
stances.
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