Brake Warning Indicator Always On. Chevrolet Metro 2001

For 1990-2009 cars

Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No
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DEFINITION: BRAKE indicator illuminates with parking brake released, normal brake fluid level or ignition switch in the ON position.
1 | Was the brake warning system check performed? | -- | Go to Step 2 | Go to Brake Warning System Check

2

1. Disconnect the brake fluid level switch.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.

Does the BRAKE indicator illuminate?

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Go to Step 4

Go to Step 3

3 | Replace the fluid level switch. Refer to Brake Fluid Level Indicator Switch Replacement . Is the repair complete? | -- | Go to Brake Warning System Check | --

4

1. Turn OFF the ignition switch.
2. Disconnect the DRL control module.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.

Does the BRAKE indicator illuminate?

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Go to Step 5

Go to Step 7

5 | Test for a short to ground in the brake indicator control circuit. Refer to Testing for Short to Ground and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Brake Warning System Check | Go to Step 6
6 | Repair/replace the instrument cluster printed circuit. Refer to Printed Instrument Cluster Circuit Replacement in Instrument Cluster, Gauges and Console. Is the repair complete? | -- | Go to Brake Warning System Check | --
7 | Test for a short to ground in the parking brake signal circuit. Refer to Testing for Short to Ground and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Brake Warning System Check | Go to Step 8
8 | Replace the DRL control module. Refer to Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Control Module Replacement in Lighting Systems. Is the repair complete? | -- | Go to Brake Warning System Check | --