Honda CR-V: Indicator, Coming On/Blinking / If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks

Honda CR-V 2017-2023 Owner's Manual / Handling the Unexpected / Indicator, Coming On/Blinking / If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks

Honda CR-V. If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks

Reasons for the indicator to come on

The brake fluid is low.

There is a malfunction in the brake system.

What to do when the indicator comes on while driving

Depress the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.

If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
If abnormal, take immediate action. If necessary, downshift the transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.

Reason for the indicator to blink

There is a problem with the electric parking brake system.

What to do when the indicator blinks

Avoid using the parking brake and have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.

Have your vehicle repaired immediately.

It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop immediately in a safe place. If necessary, downshift the gears.

If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come on simultaneously, the electronic brake distribution system is not working. This can result in vehicle instability under sudden braking.

Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer immediately. If the brake system indicator (red) blinks at the same time when the brake system indicator (amber) comes on, the parking brake may not work. Avoid using the parking brake and have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.

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