2010 Dodge Nitro Owner Manual - Page 198

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is neces- the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected. sary. If the light does not illuminate, have the light inspected by an authorized dealer. WARNING! Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have an accident. Have the vehicle checked immediately. The light also will turn on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the ON position. NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is applied. It does not show the degree of brake application. 4 15. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light This light informs you of a problem with the Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake System Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If a (ABS), are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force problem is detected, the light will come on Distribution (EBD). In the event of an EBD failure, the while the engine is running. Cycle the ignition Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS key when the vehicle has completely stopped and the Light. Immediate repair to the ABS system is required. shift lever is placed in the PARK position. The light Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by should turn off. If the light remains lit with the engine turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the running, your vehicle will usually be drivable; however, ON position. The light should illuminate for approxisee an authorized dealer for service as soon as possible. If mately two seconds. The light should then turn off unless