Suzuki Vitara (LY) 2016-2017 · Service Manual Diagnostic Information and Procedures

Brake warning light remains ON (for more than 2 sec) after starting engine

Precautions: Precautions for Brake Service · Precautions for Brakes · General safety (00)

Condition Possible Cause Action
Brake warning light remains ON (for more than 2 sec) after starting engine
ESP® control module connector is not connected properly
Connect ESP® control module connector again.
Parking brake is applied
Release parking brake and check that warning light goes off.
Insufficient amount of brake fluid
Check brake fluid level. icon 
Faulty parking brake switch and/or brake fluid level switch
Check parking brake switch and/or brake fluid level switch.
•Parking brake switch: icon 
•Brake fluid level switch: icon 
Malfunctioning CAN communication system
Check CAN communication system.
•M16A model: icon 
•K14C model: icon 
•D16AA model: icon 
Faulty combination meter
Replace combination meter. icon 
Faulty ESP® control module
Replace ESP® control module. icon