2004 DAEWOO LACETTI panel cluster warning light

HYDRAULIC BRAKES 4A – 5
DAEWOO V–121 BL4
DIAGNOSIS
BRAKE SYSTEM TESTING
Brakes should be tested on a dry, clean, reasonably
smooth and level roadway. A true test of brake perfor-
mance cannot be made if the roadway is wet, greasy, or
covered with loose dirt whereby all tires do not grip the
road equally. Testing will also be adversely affected if the
roadway is crowned so as to throw the weight so roughly
that the wheels tend to bounce.
Test the brakes at different vehicle speeds with both light
and heavy pedal pressure; however, avoid locking the
brakes and sliding the tires. Locked brakes and sliding
tires do not indicate brake efficiency since heavily braked,
but turning, wheels will stop the vehicle in less distance
than locked brakes. More tire–to–road friction is present
with a heavily–braked, turning tire than with a sliding tire.
Because of the high deceleration capability, a firmer pedal
may be felt at higher deceleration levels.
There are three major external conditions that affect brake
performance:
S Tires having unequal contact and grip of the road
will cause unequal braking. Tires must be equally
inflated, and the tread pattern of the right and the
left tires must be approximately equal.
S Unequal loading of the vehicle can affect the brake
performance since the most heavily loaded wheels
require more braking power, and thus more braking
effort, than the others.
S Misalignment of the wheels, particularly conditions
of excessive camber and caster, will cause the
brakes to pull to one side.
To check for brake fluid leaks, hold constant foot pressure
on the pedal with the engine running at idle and the shift
lever in NEUTRAL. If the pedal gradually falls away with
the constant pressure, the hydraulic system may be leak-
ing. Perform a visual check to confirm any suspected
leaks.
Check the master cylinder fluid level. While a slight drop
in the reservoir level results from normal lining wear, an ab-
normally low level indicates a leak in the system. The hy-
draulic system may be leaking either internally or external-
ly. Refer to the procedure below to check the master
cylinder. Also, the system may appear to pass this test
while still having a slight leak. If the fluid level is normal,
check the vacuum booster pushrod length. If an incorrect
pushrod length is found, adjust or replace the rod.
Check the master cylinder using the following procedure:
S Check for a cracked master cylinder casting or
brake fluid leaking around the master cylinder.
Leaks are indicated only if there is at least one drop
of fluid. A damp condition is not abnormal.S Check for a binding pedal linkage and for an incor-
rect pushrod length. If both of these parts are in
satisfactory condition, disassemble the master cyl-
inder and check for an elongated or swollen primary
cylinder or piston seals. If swollen seals are found,
substandard or contaminated brake fluid should be
suspected. If contaminated brake fluid is found, all
the components should be disassembled and
cleaned, and all the rubber components should be
replaced. All of the pipes must also be flushed.
Improper brake fluid, or mineral oil or water in the fluid,
may cause the brake fluid to boil or cause deterioration of
the rubber components. If the primary piston cups in the
master cylinder are swollen, then the rubber parts have
deteriorated. This deterioration may also be evidenced by
swollen wheel cylinder piston seals on the drum brake
wheels.
If deterioration of rubber is evident, disassemble all the hy-
draulic parts and wash the parts with alcohol. Dry these
parts with compressed air before reassembly to keep alco-
hol out of the system. Replace all the rubber parts in the
system, including the hoses. Also, when working on the
brake mechanisms, check for fluid on the linings. If exces-
sive fluid is found, replace the linings.
If the master cylinder piston seals are in satisfactory condi-
tion, check for leaks or excessive heat conditions. If these
conditions are not found, drain the fluid, flush the master
cylinder with brake fluid, refill the master cylinder, and
bleed the system. Refer to ”Manual Bleeding the Brakes”
or”Pressure Bleeding the Brakes” in this section.
BRAKE HOSE INSPECTION
The hydraulic brake hoses should be inspected at least
twice a year. The brake hose assembly should be checked
for road hazard damage, cracks, chafing of the outer cov-
er, and for leaks or blisters. Inspect the hoses for proper
routing and mounting. A brake hose that rubs on a suspen-
sion component will wear and eventually fail. A light and
a mirror may be needed for an adequate inspection. If any
of the above conditions are observed on the brake hose,
adjust or replace the hose as necessary.
WARNING LAMP OPERATION
This brake system uses a BRAKE warning lamp located
in the instrument panel cluster. When the ignition switch
is in the START position, the BRAKE warning lamp should
glow and go OFF when the ignition switch returns to the
RUN position.
The following conditions will activate the BRAKE lamp:
S Parking brake applied. The light should be ON
whenever the parking brake is applied and the igni-
tion switch is ON.
S Low fluid level. A low fluid level in the master cylin-
der will turn the BRAKE lamp ON.
S EBD system is disabled. The light should be ON
when the EBD system is malfunctioning.

4A – 8IHYDRAULIC BRAKES
DAEWOO V–121 BL4
StepNo Yes Value(s) Action
16Check for a short to ground in the wiring between the
instrument cluster terminal A19(B15) and the EBCM
connector terminal 21.
Is the problem found?–Go to Step 17Go to Step 18
17Repair the wiring as needed.
Is the repair complete?–System OK–
18Check the brake lamp after doing each of the follow-
ing functions:
S Apply the parking brake.
S Remove the cap from the brake fluid reservoir.
S On vehicles equipped with ABS, command the
lamp on using a scan tool.
Does the brake warning lamp operate for all of these
conditions?–System OKGo to Step 19
19When the operations listed in step 18 were per-
formed, the brake warning lamp did not function.
Did the brake warning lamp fail to light for all of the
operations listed in step 18?–Go to Step 20Go to Step 27
201. Turn the ignition OFF.
2. Inspect the kick panel fuse F4.
Is the fuse OK?–Go to Step 22Go to Step 21
21Replace the fuse.
Is the repair complete?–System OK–
22Inspect the brake warning lamp bulb.
Is the bulb OK?–Go to Step 24Go to Step 23
23Replace the bulb.
Is the repair complete?–System OK–
241. Disconnect the instrument cluster connector.
2. Turn the ignition ON.
3. Measure the voltage at the instrument cluster
connector terminal A19(B15).
Does the voltage measure within the value speci-
fied?11–14 vGo to Step 25Go to Step 26
251. Turn the ignition OFF.
2. Repair the open in the instrument cluster.
Is the repair complete?–System OK–
261. Turn the ignition OFF.
2. Repair the open in the wiring between the in-
strument cluster connector terminal A19(B15)
and the ignition switch.
Is the repair complete?–System OK–
27Apply the parking brake again.
Does the parking brake warning lamp operate with
the parking brake applied?–Go to Step 28Go to Step 30
28Remove the brake fluid reservoir cap.
Does the parking brake warning lamp operate with
the cap from the brake fluid reservoir removed?–Go to Step 29Go to Step 32
29Check for an open between the instrument cluster
connector terminal A1 and the EBCM connector ter-
minal 21.
Is the problem found?–Go to Step 17Go to Step 13

PARKING BRAKE 4G – 3
DAEWOO V–121 BL4
7. Inspect and replace any parts of doubtful strength
or quality. This can be shown by discoloration from
heat or stress.
8. Using a vernier caliper, adjust the shoe assembly to
167.6 to 167.8 mm (6.60 to 6.61 inches) by turning
the adjuster nut clockwise to increase the diameter.
Measure the shoe assembly diameter as closely as
possible to the center of the lining material.
9. Inspect and install the rotors and calipers. Refer to
Section 4E1, Rear Disc Brakes.
10. Install the parking brake cable to the backplate le-
ver on each side of the vehicle.
11. In the vehicle cabin, pull on the parking brake han-
dle. Stop after hearing two clicks.
12. Turn the rear wheel by hand until the wheel begins
to drag.
13. Release the parking brake.
14. Turn the rear wheel by hand to check the drag. Re-
adjust the cable, if necessary.
15. Repeat the process for the other rear wheel.
16. Lower the vehicle.
PARKING BRAKE LEVER
Removal Procedure
1. Release the parking brake.
2. Remove the parking brake/gearshift console hood.
Refer to Section 9G, Interior Trim.
3. Measure the thread length from the end of the pull
rod to the hex nut.
4. Remove the hex nut.
5. Remove the parking brake warning lamp switch.
Notice : The parking brake switch should be replaced if
the BRAKE warning light in the instrument panel cluster
did not glow when the parking brake was applied with the
ignition switch ON.

PARKING BRAKE 4G – 9
DAEWOO V–121 BL4
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
AND SYSTEM OPERATION
PARKING BRAKE
This braking system uses a BRAKE warning light located
in the instrument panel cluster. When the ignition switch
is in the START position, the BRAKE warning light shouldglow and go OFF when the the ignition switch returns to
the RUN position. Whenever the parking brake is applied
and the ignition switch is ON, the BRAKE warning light
should glow.
When the brake is firmly applied, the parking brake should
hold the vehicle with ample pedal travel remaining. Check
for frayed cables, rust, etc. or any condition that many in-
hibit present (or future) free movement of the parking
brake lever assembly.