2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee Owner's Manual - Page 160

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 159 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. 3. Turn Signal Indicator The arrows will flash with the exterior turn signals when the turn signal lever is operated. A tone will Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force chime if the turn signals are left on for more than 1 mile Distribution (EBD). In the event of an EBD failure, the (1.6 km). Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS 4. High Beam Indicator Light. Immediate repair to the ABS system is required. Indicates that headlights are on high beam. Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the 5. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) ON position. The light should illuminate for approxiThe Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of mately two seconds. The light should then turn off unless an onboard diagnostic system called OBD II that the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected. monitors engine and automatic transmission conIf the light does not illuminate, have the light inspected trol systems. The light will illuminate when the key is in by an authorized dealer. 4