Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2002 Chrysler Intrepid (CANADA) V6-2.7LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Brake Warning Indicator Inoperative
Test 1 - 2:
Test 3 - 8:
Test 9 - 14:
Test 15 - 17:
SYMPTOM
BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR INOPERATIVE
POSSIBLE CAUSES
- CHECK THE PARKING BRAKE LEVER
- BRAKE PRESSURE SWITCH (LEVEL SWITCH) OPEN
- CHECK THE BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
- MONITOR THE BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR WHILE CRANKING ENGINE
- ROUND CIRCUIT OPEN
- PARK BRAKE SWITCH OPEN
- PARK BRAKE SWITCH SHORTED TO GROUND
- BRAKE PRESSURE SWITCH (LEVEL SWITCH) SHORTED TO GROUND
- OPEN RED BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR DRIVER CIRCUIT
- RED BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR DRIVER CIRCUIT OPEN
- INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
- RED BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR DRIVER CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND
- INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
- INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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