2010 Cadillac CTS Owner's Manual - Page 276

8-36 Driving and Operating If the yellow light is on, the EPB has detected an error in another system and is operating with reduced functionality. To apply the EPB when this light is on, lift up on the EPB switch and hold it in the up position. Full application of the parking brake by the EPB system may take a longer period of time than normal when this light is on. Continue to hold the switch until the BRAKE light remains on. If the yellow light is on, see your dealer/retailer. If the EPB fails to apply, the rear wheels should be blocked to prevent vehicle movement. be displayed. The EPB is released when the BRAKE light is off and the DIC message "Park Brake Released" is displayed. If the yellow light is on, the EPB has detected an error in another system and is operating with reduced functionality. To release the EPB when this light is on, push down on the EPB switch and hold it in the down position. EPB release may take a longer period of time than normal when this light is on. Continue to hold the switch until the BRAKE light is off. If the yellow light is on, see your dealer/retailer. Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts. Make sure that the parking brake is fully released and the red brake warning light is off before driving. If the EPB is applied while the vehicle is in motion, a chime will sound, and the DIC message "Release Park Brake Switch" will be displayed. The vehicle will decelerate as long as the switch is held in the up position. Releasing the EPB switch during the deceleration will release the parking brake. If the switch is held in the up position until the vehicle comes to a stop, the EPB will remain applied. If the BRAKE light is on, either the EPB is applied, or there is a failure in the hydraulic brake system. If this light is flashing continuously, the EPB is only partially applied or released, or there is a problem with the EPB. The DIC message "Service Park Brake" will be displayed. If this light is flashing continuously, release the EPB, and attempt to apply it again. If this light continues to flash, do not drive the vehicle. See your dealer/retailer. EPB Release To release the EPB, turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position, apply and hold the brake pedal, and push down momentarily on the EPB switch. If you attempt to release the EPB without the brake pedal applied, a chime will sound, and the DIC message "Step On Brake to Release Park Brake" will