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Circuit Description

This diagnostic test functions on the assumption that a brake application causes a sudden decrease in non-drive wheel speed.

The extended travel brake switch is a normally closed switch. When the extended travel brake switch is closed, the powertrain control module (PCM) senses low voltage on the extended travel brake switch signal circuit.

If the PCM senses low voltage on the extended travel brake switch signal circuit when the extended travel brake switch should be open, DTC P1575 will set.

Conditions for Running the DTC

    • The engine speed is more than 700 RPM.
    • The engine has been operating more than 2 seconds.
    • The wheel speed must be more than 48 km/h (30 mph) in order to enable the diagnostic. The diagnostic will disable when the wheel speed is below 16 km/h (10 mph).
    • The vehicle speed is decreasing at a rate more than 17 km/h (10.4 mph) over a one second period.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

    • The PCM detects voltage on the extended travel brake switch circuit when the extended travel brake switch should be open.
    • The above conditions are present for 1.5 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • The control module stores the DTC information into memory when the diagnostic runs and fails.
    • The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) will not illuminate.
    • The control module records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. The control module stores this information in the Failure Records.
    • The driver information center, if equipped, may display a message.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • A current DTC Last Test Failed clears when the diagnostic runs and passes.
    • A history DTC clears after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles, if no failures are reported by this or any other non-emission related diagnostic.
    • Clear the DTC with a scan tool.

Diagnostic Aids

Important: Remove any debris from the PCM connector surfaces before servicing the PCM. Inspect the PCM connector gaskets when diagnosing or replacing the modules. Ensure that the gaskets are installed correctly. The gaskets prevent contaminate intrusion into the PCM.

In order to adjust the extended travel brake switch perform the following:

  1. With the brake pedal depressed, insert the brake lamp switch into the retainer until the switch body seats in the retainer. You can hear clicks as you push the threaded portion of the switch through the retainer.
  2. Slowly pull the brake pedal fully rearward against the stop until you can no longer hear the clicks.

Test Description

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. This step determines if the fault is present.

  2. This step checks for a extended travel brake switch circuit for being shorted to B+.

  3. This DTC will not report a pass. The scan tool status for this DTC will never report a pass. The scan tool will only display when the diagnostic fails. The repair is not complete if the scan tool indicates that the diagnostic ran and failed.

Step

Action

Values

Yes

No

Schematic Reference: Engine Controls Schematics

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check-Engine Controls?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Engine Controls

2

  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Start the engine.
  3. Monitor the extended travel brake switch using the scan tool.
  4. Depress the brake pedal approximately half-way.

Does the display indicate applied?

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Go to Diagnostic Aids

Go to Step 3

3

Check the adjustment of the extended travel brake switch. Refer to Diagnostic Aids .

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 9

Go to Step 4

4

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the extended travel brake switch.
  3. Turn ON the ignition.
  4. Monitor the extended travel brake switch using the scan tool.

Does the display indicate applied?

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Go to Step 7

Go to Step 5

5

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the PCM connector C1. Refer to Engine Controls Schematics .
  3. Turn ON the ignition.
  4. Install a brown connector from the connector test adaptor kit into the extended travel brake switch signal circuit.
  5. Measure the voltage on the extended travel brake switch signal circuit using a DMM.

Is the voltage more than the specified value?

0.5 V

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 8

6

Repair the short to voltage on the extended travel brake switch signal circuit. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 9

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7

Replace the extended travel brake switch. Refer to Stop Lamp Switch Replacement in Antilock Brake System.

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 9

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8

Replace the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 9

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9

  1. Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.
  2. Turn OFF the ignition for 30 seconds.
  3. Start the engine.
  4. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text.

Does the DTC run and pass?

 

Go to Step 10

Go to Step 2

10

With a scan tool, observe the stored information, Capture Info.

Does the scan tool display any DTCs that you have not diagnosed?

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Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List

System OK