2012 Dodge Charger Owner Manual SRT8 - Page 296

294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL indicated by the Brake Warning Light, which will turn on Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake System when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has (ABS), are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD). In the event of an EBD failure, the dropped below a specified level. Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS The light will remain on until the cause is corrected. Light. Immediate repair to the ABS system is required. NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by cornering maneuvers, which change fluid level conditurning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the tions. The vehicle should have service performed, and ON/RUN position. The light should illuminate for apthe brake fluid level checked. proximately two seconds. The light should then turn off If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is neces- unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected. If the light does not illuminate, have the light sary. 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 a collision. Have the vehicle checked immediately. The light also will turn on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN position. NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is applied. It does not show the degree of brake application.