1998 GMC Envoy Owner's Manual - Page 126

Brake System Warning Light When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on when you set your 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 hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn't working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. If the warning light comes on, there could a brake be problem. Have your brake system inspected right away. If the light comes on while you are driving,pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer tothe floor. 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.) (0) (8> BRAKE This light should come on briefly when 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 there's a problem. Your brake system may not be working properly if the brakesystem warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light can lead on to an accident.If the light is still on after you've pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towedfor service. 2-65