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:
Front Display
The front display is located in the instrument panel in the center of the
speedometer and has four bars to provide distance and system information.
The following describes how the UFRPA front ...
Adding Washer Fluid
The vehicle has a low washer fluid message on the DIC that comes on when the
washer fluid is low. The message is displayed for 15 seconds at the start of each
ignition cycle. When the WASHER FLUID ...
Roof Rack System
WARNING
If something is carried on top of the vehicle that is longer or wider than the
roof rack—like paneling, plywood, or a mattress—the wind can catch it while the
vehicle is being driven ...