1998 Chevrolet Express Van Owner's Manual - Page 127

Brake System Warning Light When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on when you setyour parking brake. The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn't release fully. If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released, it means you have a brake problem. Your vehicle's hydraulicbrake system is divided into other part can two parts. If one part isn't working, the still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. This iiiht shouldbriefly come when on you turn the ignition key to RUN. If it doesn't come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if a problem. If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop Carefully. YOU may notice that the Pedalis harder to push. Or, the pedal may closer to the floor. go It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. (See "Towing Your Vehicle" in the Index.) If the warning light comes on, there could be a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away. I - BRAKE Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light Driving is on. with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident. the light is still on after you've If pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service. States United 2-56