1998 GMC Savana Van Owner's Manual - Page 128

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 workingwell. If the warning light comes on, there could be a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away. This light should comeon briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If it doesn't come on then, have it if fixed so it will be ready to warn you there's a problem. If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is go harder to push. Or, the pedal may closer to the floor. It may take longer stop. If the light is still on, have the to vehicle towed for service. (See "Towing Your Vehicle'' in the Index.) A CAUTION: Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident. the light is still on after you've If pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service. BRAKE United States Canada 2-56