Black plate (24,1)Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (Include Mex) - 20125-24 Instruments and ControlsFor vehicles with the ElectricParking Brake (EPB), this red brakestatus light comes on when theparking brake is applied. If the lightcontinues flashing after the parkingbrake is released, or while driving,there is a problem with the ElectricParking Brake system.If the light does not come on,or remains flashing, see yourdealer.For vehicles with the ElectricParking Brake (EPB), this parkingbrake warning light should come onbriefly when ignition is placed inON/RUN. If it does not come onthen, have it fixed so it will be readyto warn if there is a problem.If this parking brake light comes on,there is a problem with a systemon the vehicle that is causing theparking brake system to work at areduced level. The vehicle can stillbe driven, but should be taken to adealerSee Brake Assist (Except CTS-V)on page 9‑39 for more information.Antilock Brake System(ABS) Warning LightThe Antilock Brake System (ABS),this light comes on briefly when theengine is started.If the light does not come on, have itfixed so it will be ready to warn ifthere is a problem.If the ABS light stays on, turn theignition off. If the light comes onwhile driving, stop as soon as it issafely possible and turn the ignitionoff. A chime may also sound whenthe light comes on steady. If thishappens, start the engine again toreset the system. If the ABS lightstays on, or comes on again whiledriving, the vehicle needs service.If the regular brake system warninglight is not on, the vehicle still hasbrakes, but not antilock brakes.If the regular brake system warninglight is also on, the vehicle does nothave antilock brakes and there is aproblem with the regular brakes.See Brake System Warning Light onpage 5‑23.For vehicles with a DriverInformation Center (DIC),see Driver Information Center (DIC)on page 5‑28 for all brake-relatedDIC messages.
