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Brake Warning Indicator: Testing and Inspection

The brake warning lamp illuminates when the parking brake is applied with ignition switch turned to the ON position. The same lamp will also illuminate if one of the two service brake systems fail the when brake pedal is applied.

To test the system:
- As the ignition switch is turned to the START position, the lamp should light.
- Turn the ignition switch to the ON position and apply the parking brake. The lamp should light.

If the lamp fails to light, inspect for:
- A burned out lamp
- Loose, corroded or damaged socket
- A damaged circuit board
- A broken or disconnected wire at the switch
- Defective switch