Cars & Trucks Logo

Related Topics:

Ruth VanBrunschot Posted on Aug 01, 2008
Answered by a Fixya Expert

Trustworthy Expert Solutions

At Fixya.com, our trusted experts are meticulously vetted and possess extensive experience in their respective fields. Backed by a community of knowledgeable professionals, our platform ensures that the solutions provided are thoroughly researched and validated.

View Our Top Experts

I have a 2003 GMC Savana Van. The brake light came on and the brake alarm rings continously but will stop if I hit a bump (and then start again if I hit another one). I'm thinking a loose wire but several brake shops have not been able to find anything. Help! The noise is driving me crazy!

  • jamescarbo Mar 05, 2009

    I have similar problems and i bought the electronic control module but it can find the current module in my van to replace it. Can someone tell me where the module sits?

×

2 Answers

Anonymous

Level 3:

An expert who has achieved level 3 by getting 1000 points

All-Star:

An expert that got 10 achievements.

MVP:

An expert that got 5 achievements.

Vice President:

An expert whose answer got voted for 100 times.

  • Master 335 Answers
  • Posted on Aug 02, 2008
Anonymous
Master
Level 3:

An expert who has achieved level 3 by getting 1000 points

All-Star:

An expert that got 10 achievements.

MVP:

An expert that got 5 achievements.

Vice President:

An expert whose answer got voted for 100 times.

Joined: Jul 21, 2008
Answers
335
Questions
3
Helped
158875
Points
1013

If someone took the time to look at the electrical schematic you will see several grounds in the circuit My first place I would go would be to check all the Grounds and Connections for the Brake Fluid level control, Brake Warning Indicator
The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) illuminates the brake warning indicator when one or more of the following occurs:

  • The body control module (BCM) detects that the park brake is engaged. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the BCM requesting illumination.
  • The electronic brake control module (EBCM) detects a low brake fluid condition. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the EBCM requesting illumination.
  • The electronic brake control module (EBCM) detects a closed brake pressure differential switch. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the EBCM requesting illumination.
  • The EBCM detects an ABS malfunction which disables dynamic rear proportioning (DRP) . The IPC receives a class 2 message from the EBCM requesting illumination.
  • The IPC detects a closed power brake booster alarm switch and closed power brake booster fluid flow alarm switch. The IPC illuminates the brake warning indicator and sends a class 2 message to the radio requesting the brake warning alarm.
  • The IPC performs the bulb check at the start of each ignition cycle. The brake warning indicator illuminates for approximately 3 seconds before turning OFF.
  • The IPC detects a loss of class 2 communications with the BCM or with the EBCM.
Driver Information Indicators and Messages
The following indicators are used to inform the driver of several different factors.

Brake Warning Indicator
The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) illuminates the brake warning indicator when the following occurs.
  • The Body Control Module (BCM) detects that the park brake is engaged. The IPC receives a serial data message from the BCM requesting illumination. The brake warning indicator flashes at a rate of approximately twice per second when the park brake is engaged.
  • The EBCM detects a low brake fluid condition or base brake pressure differential and sends a serial data message to the IPC requesting illumination.
  • The IPC performs the bulb check.
  • The EBCM detects an ABS-disabling malfunction which also disables Dynamic Rear Proportioning (DRP) and sends a serial data message to the IPC requesting illumination.

Here is a description of how the system works But i would check my Grounds and connections
www.aceautomotive1.com
Contact me if you need any more information Ill be glad to help

  • Anonymous Aug 02, 2008

    Also check for a loose or maladjusted park brake switch or the pedal is loose and jumping around causing the light to intermitantly come on

×

Larry miller

Level 1:

An expert who has achieved level 1.

New Friend:

An expert that has 1 follower.

  • Contributor 1 Answer
  • Posted on Dec 27, 2012
Larry miller
Contributor
Level 1:

An expert who has achieved level 1.

New Friend:

An expert that has 1 follower.

Joined: Dec 27, 2012
Answers
1
Questions
0
Helped
1629
Points
1

All old rentals have an anti tampering device install on the speedometer sensor to prevdnt disconnecting miles shen the vehicle was rented. That will cause all kinds of trouble when it goes bad, makes noises, lights come on, shifts funny, etc etc all to make the person who tampered with it think he screwd something up so he reconnects it. I would check that device or bypass it comepletly

Ad

Add Your Answer

×

Uploading: 0%

my-video-file.mp4

Complete. Click "Add" to insert your video. Add

×

Loading...
Loading...

Related Questions:

1helpful
1answer

2003 Savana 3500 battery light is coming on intermittently. Sometimes van voltmeter shows 14 volts then sometimes it shows 11.5 volts. Is the voltage regulator internal should just replace alternator

ITS part of the alternator. Check it directly at the alternator if u can. It sounds like an alternator starting to go. Have it ckd if u can. It should be reading 14- 14.5 volts at the battery.
0helpful
1answer

2003 gmc savana rough idle then shuts off

Does it have any power when you start moving? I've seen a lot of plugged catalytic converters. You may want to have an exhaust back-pressure test done.
0helpful
1answer

When i start van each morning and go to leave the first time i hit brakes they lock up or grab very hard. pedal pumps up and then are fine. whats is wrong 1997 gmc pass. van 170.000 mi. v8.

This is a common thing with some cars and trucks, if its the back wheels that lock up then you will need to have the drums resurfaced, the drums are out of round and are locking up until the brake are used, have the brakes checked and have the drums turmed, good day.
0helpful
1answer

Van will not start. It Cranks and the fuel pump

wont turn over??sounds like the timing belt has broke and pistons hitting the valves
0helpful
2answers

1997 gmc 3500 box truck. no brake lights. changed

check the fuse and maybe adjust the rod coming to the switch youdoit.com
1helpful
1answer

Gmc savana van will stop running while driving or start sputterin

It could be a clogged fuel filter or a bad fuel pump. Also try replacing the spark plugs and spark plug wires and having the timing checked. Good luck.
0helpful
1answer

Van turns of suddently

you might have a problem with the iac valve (intake air control) it could have debris need to remove and vary carefully claen it with brake and parts cleaner but before you do this there is a simple way of checking it.wiht your car turned on have somebody step on the brake wile you bang on the iac valve with a wrench or screwdriver,if you notice a change in the engine most likly it is the iac valve.
Not finding what you are looking for?

1,639 views

Ask a Question

Usually answered in minutes!

Top GMC Experts

ZJ Limited
ZJ Limited

Level 3 Expert

17989 Answers

Ronny Bennett Sr.
Ronny Bennett Sr.

Level 3 Expert

6988 Answers

john h

Level 3 Expert

29494 Answers

Are you a GMC Expert? Answer questions, earn points and help others

Answer questions

Manuals & User Guides

Loading...