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Brake System Indicator Does Not GO OFF

Brake system indicator does not go off
1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
2. Release the parking brake.
Does the brake system indicator go off after several seconds?
YES - The system is OK at this time.
NO - Go to step 3.
3. Check the brake fluid level.
Is the level OK?
YES - Go to step 4.
NO - Refill the brake fluid, and recheck.
4. Check the ABS indicator.
Does the ABS indicator stay on?
YES - Read the ABS DTC, and do the applicable troubleshooting for the DTC.
NO - Go to step 5.
5. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
6. Disconnect the ABS control unit 31P connector.
7. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check the brake system indicator.
Does the brake system indicator go off?
YES - Replace the ABS modulator control unit.
NO - Check the brake system indicator circuits
^ Short to body ground between the gauge assembly, the parking brake switch and the ABS control unit. Short to body ground between the gauge assembly and the brake fluid level switch.
^ Parking brake switch stuck ON. Brake fluid level switch stuck ON. Faulty gauge assembly.