Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Brake Warning System Description and Operation
- Brake Warning Indicator
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- Brake Warning Block Diagram
B80 Park Brake Switch B20 Brake Fluid Level Switch K9 Body Control Module P16 Instrument Cluster (HW) Hard-Wired (HW) Hard-Wired (DA) Serial Data (B80) B80 Park Brake Switch (B20) B20 Brake Fluid Level Switch (K9) K9 Body Control Module (P16) P16 Instrument Cluster
The instrument cluster turns the brake warning indicator ON when the following occurs:
- The instrument cluster performs the bulb check. The brake warning indicator illuminates for 5 s.
- When the Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) detects low brake fluid level it sends a serial data message to the instrument cluster, which will illuminate the red brake indicator.
- The Body Control Module (BCM) detects that the parking brake is engaged. The instrument cluster receives a serial data message from the BCM requesting illumination.
- Driver Information Center Messages
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When the Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) detects low brake fluid level it sets DTC C0267 and sends a serial data message to the Driver Information Center , which will display Brake Fluid Low message.
Brake System Warning Light
The vehicle brake system consists of two hydraulic circuits. If one circuit is
not working, the remaining circuit can still work to stop the vehicle. For normal
braking performance, both circuits ...
Engine Oil Pressure Indicator Switch Replacement
Engine Oil Pressure Indicator Switch Replacement
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Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the air conditioning compr ...
Other materials:
Loss of Control
Skidding
There are three types of skids that correspond to the vehicle's three control
systems:
Braking Skid — wheels are not rolling.
Steering or Cornering Skid — too much speed or steering in a curve causes
tires to slip and lose cornering force.
Acceleration Skid — too muc ...
Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (Sedan without Sunroof)
Headlining Trim Panel Replacement
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Component Name
Warning: Do not attempt to repair or alter the head impact
energy-absorbing material glued to the headliner or to the garnish trims.
If the material is damaged ...
Hub/Axle Flange and Wheel Stud Runout Inspection
Special Tools
GE-8001 Dial Indicator Set , or equivalent
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Mark the location of the wheels to the wheel studs and mark the specific
vehicle position on each tire and wheel ?ELF, LR, RF, RR.
Remove the tire and w ...
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