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Grinding, scraping, or a new high-pitched squeal can indicate worn friction material or metal-to-metal contact. A brief sound after rain can be normal, but noise that persists or returns during ordinary stops deserves prompt inspection.
Follow the mileage and time intervals in the owner's manual, adjusted for severe driving such as frequent short trips, towing, dust, or prolonged idling. The dashboard reminder is useful, but it does not replace checks of coolant, belts, hoses, and leaks.
A steady check-engine light usually means the computer detected a fault that should be diagnosed soon. A flashing light can indicate active misfire severe enough to damage the catalytic converter, so reduce load, stop safely, and request guidance.