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Brake system indicator – HONDA 2000 Odyssey - Owner's Manual User Manual

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Brake System Indicator

The Brake System Indicator comes

on when you turn the ignition ON

(II). If the parking brake is not set, it

goes off after you start the engine. If

the parking brake is set, it goes off

when you fully release the parking
brake with the engine running.

If it comes on at any other time, it
indicates a problem with the vehicle's
brake system. In most cases, the
problem is a low fluid level in the
brake fluid reservoir. Press lightly on
the brake pedal to see if it feels
normal. If it does, check the brake

fluid level the next time you stop at a

service station (see page

250

). If the

fluid level is low, take the vehicle to

your dealer and have the brake

system inspected for leaks or worn

brake pads.

However, if the brake pedal does not

feel normal, you should take
immediate action. Because of the

brake system's dual-circuit design, a
problem in one part of the system

will still give you braking at two

wheels. You will feel the brake pedal

go down much farther before the

vehicle begins to slow down, and you
will have to press harder on the
pedal. The distance needed to stop

will be much longer.

Slow down by shifting to a lower

gear, and pull to the side of the road
when it is safe. Because of the

longer distance needed to stop, it is
hazardous to drive the vehicle. You

should have it towed, and repaired as
soon as possible. (See

Emergency

Towing on page

317

.)

If you must drive the vehicle a short

distance in this condition, drive

slowly and cautiously.

If the ABS indicator and the TCS
indicator (on EX model) come on

with this indicator, have the vehicle

inspected by your dealer

immediately.

Taking Care of the Unexpected

BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR*

*U.S. indicator shown

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