1997 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual - Page 112

Brake System Warning Light Your Chevrolet's hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts.If one part isn't working, other part can the still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. If the warning light comes on, there could be a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away. This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON. If it doesn't come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there's a problem. It may take longer to stop. the light issull on, nave the If vehicle towedfor service. (See "Towing Your Vehicle" in the Index.) BRAKE Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light on. Driving is with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident. If the light is still on after you'v pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service. When the ignition ison, the brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake. The light will stay on your parking brake doesn't release if fully. If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released, it means you have a brake problem. If the light and chime come on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, pedal may go closer the to the floor. 2-55