WARNING   WARNING:  Apply the parking brake and make sure your vehicle is in park (P). Power the vehicle off and remove the keys or remote control whenever you leave your vehicle. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.
WARNING   WARNING:  If you drive extended distances with the parking brake applied, you could cause damage to the brake system.
WARNING   WARNING:  The electric parking brake does not operate if the vehicle battery has run out of charge.
WARNING   WARNING:  If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Parking Brake  The electric parking brake handle is on the center console.
  1. Pull the handle up.
The red warning lamp flashes during operation and illuminates when the parking brake is applied.
Note:   You can apply the electric parking brake when the power is off.
Note:   The electric parking brake could apply when you shift into park (P).  See   Park (P)