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Object Number: 247754  Size: MF
ABS Components
Antilock Brake System Schematics
Handling Electrostatic Discharge Sensitive Parts Notice
OBDII Symbol Description Notice
Power Distribution Schematics
Exterior Lights Schematics

Circuit Description

DTC C1292 determines the proper operation of the brake switch. Proper operation of the brake switch is important because the brake switch activates the ABS when the brake switch is on. If the brake switch is off, the ABS will never activate. This malfunction is only detected when ABS is required because it is difficult to detect the malfunction under normal braking conditions.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

DTC C1292 can set if the vehicle speed is greater than 8 km/h (5 mph).

A malfunction exists if the following conditions occur:

    • The brake was not ON.
    • A release was required on two channels for 0.5 second.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • A malfunction DTC stores.
    • The ABS/ETS disables.
    • The amber ABS/ETS warning indicators turns on.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • The condition responsible for setting the DTC no longer exists and the Scan Tool Clear DTCs function is used.
    • 100 drive cycles pass with no DTCs detected.

Diagnostic Aids

If the malfunction is not current, use wiggle test on the wiring harness to pinpoint an intermittent malfunction in the motor circuitry or connections. Thoroughly inspect any circuitry that may be causing the intermittent complaint for the following conditions:

    • Backed out terminals
    • Improper mating
    • Improperly formed or damaged terminals
    • Poor terminal-to-wiring connections
    • Physical damage to the wiring harness
    • Rubbed-through wire insulation
    • A broken wire inside the insulation

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Was the Diagnostic System Check performed?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

2

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
  2. Do not start the engine.

  3. Install a scan tool.
  4. Use the scan tool in order to inspect for DTCs.

Is DTC C1295 set as either a current and/or history DTC?

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Go to DTC C1295 Brake Lamp Switch Circuit Open

Go to Step 3

3

  1. Select Data List on the scan tool.
  2. Select Brake Switch Position on the scan tool.
  3. Apply light pressure to the brake pedal while monitoring the Brake Switch Position on the scan tool.

Does the scan tool indicate that the brake switch is on within 25 mm (1.0 inch) of brake pedal travel?

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Go to Step 25

Go to Step 4

4

  1. Apply firm pressure to the brake pedal.
  2. Observe the rear brake lamps.

Are the rear brake lamps on?

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Go to Step 5

Go to Step 8

5

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. Disconnect the 24-way EBTCM connector C1.
  3. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
  4. Do not start the engine.

  5. Apply firm pressure to the brake pedal.
  6. Use the J 39200 in order to measure the voltage between the 24-way EBTCM harness connector C1 terminal B9 and ground.

Is the voltage equal to or greater than the specified voltage?

10.0 V

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 16

6

Inspect the 24-way EBTCM connector C1 and the 24-way EBTCM harness connector C1 for the following conditions:

    • Terminal damage
    • Poor terminal contact
    • Terminal corrosion

Is there poor terminal contact, terminal corrosion, or damaged terminals?

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Go to Step 17

Go to Step 7

7

  1. Reconnect the 24-way EBTCM connector C1.
  2. Test drive the vehicle and perform a brake stop from 32 km/h (20 mph) while engaging the ABS.
  3. Use the scan tool in order to inspect for DTCs.

Does DTC C1291 or DTC C1292 set as a current DTC?

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Go to Step 23

Go to Step 25

8

Use the J 39200 in order to measure the voltage between the stoplamp switch harness connector C1 terminal A and ground.

Is the voltage equal to or greater than the specified voltage?

10.0 V

Go to Step 9

Go to Step 11

9

  1. Apply firm pressure to the brake pedal.
  2. Use the J 39200 in order to measure the voltage between the stoplamp switch harness connector C1 terminal B and ground.

Is the voltage equal to or greater than the specified voltage?

10.0 V

Go to Step 16

Go to Step 10

10

Inspect for proper adjustment of the stoplamp switch.

Is the stoplamp switch adjusted correctly?

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Go to Step 18

Go to Step 19

11

  1. Remove the fuse block STOPLAMP Fuse (15A).
  2. Use the J 39200 in order to measure the resistance between the STOPLAMP Fuse (15A) terminals.

Is the resistance within the specified range?

0.0-2.0 ohms

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 13

12

  1. Disconnect the stoplamp switch connector C1.
  2. Use a J 39200 in order to measure the resistance between the stoplamp switch harness connector C1 terminal A and the fuse block terminal F6.

Is the resistance within the specified range?

0.0-2.0 ohms

Go to Step 14

Go to Step 21

13

  1. Disconnect the 24-way EBTCM connector C1.
  2. Use the J 39200 in order to measure the resistance between the 24-way EBTCM connector C1 terminal B9 and ground.

Is the resistance within the specified range?

OL

(Infinite)

Go to Step 15

Go to Step 20

14

Use the J 39200 in order to measure the voltage between the fuse block terminal F5 and ground.

Is the voltage equal to or greater than the specified voltage?

10 V

Go to Step 25

Go to Power Distribution Schematics

15

  1. Disconnect the stoplamp switch connector C1.
  2. Use the J 39200 in order to measure the resistance between the stoplamp switch harness connector C1 terminal A and ground.

Is the resistance within the specified range?

OL

(Infinite)

Go to Step 24

Go to Step 22

16

Repair the open in CKT 17.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

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17

Replace all the terminal or the connectors that exhibit the following conditions:

    • Poor terminal contact
    • Terminal corrosion
    • Damaged terminals

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

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18

Replace the stoplamp switch. Refer to Stop Lamp Switch Replacement .

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

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19

Adjust the stoplamp switch. Refer to Stop Lamp Switch Replacement .

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

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20

  1. Repair the short to ground in CKT 17.
  2. Replace the STOPLAMP Fuse (15A) with a known good fuse (15A).

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

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21

Repair the open in CKT 140.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

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22

  1. Repair the short to ground in CKT 140.
  2. Replace the STOPLAMP Fuse (15A) with a known good fuse (15A).

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

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23

Replace the EBTCM. Refer to Electronic Brake and Traction Control Module Replacement .

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

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24

Replace the STOPLAMP Fuse (15A) with a known good fuse (15A).

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

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25

Is the malfunction intermittent or is not present at this time?

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Go to Diagnostic Aids

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