1997 Lincoln Mark VIII Owner's Manual - Page 15

Indicator Lights and Chimes Brake System Warning Light The warning light for the brakes can show two things - that the parking brake is not fully released, or that the brake fluid level is low in the master cylinder reservoir. If the fluid level is low, the brake system should be checked by your dealer or a qualified service technician. This light comes on when the parking brake is set, or if it is not set, it comes on briefly when you turn the ignition to the START position. It normally goes off shortly after the engine starts and the gearshifter is moved into a gear. If the light stays on the Auto-Release system may have failed to perform a successful release, try the manual parking brake release lever and have the brake system serviced by your dealer or a qualified service technician. Low brake fluid level will turn the light on. Excessive brake lining wear or a system leak will cause low brake fluid levels. WARNING The BRAKE light indicates that the brakes may not be working properly. Have the brakes checked immediately. 10