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For 1990-2009 cars only

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Schematic Reference: Exterior Lights Schematics

Connector End View Reference: Master Electrical Component List in Wiring Systems

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information

2

Ensure that the brake pedal is not depressed.

Do the stop lamps remain OFF?

Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems

Go to Step 3

3

Disconnect the BCM connector C4.

Do the stop lamps turn OFF?

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 4

4

Repair a short to battery positive voltage in the stop lamp switched circuit. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you complete the repair?

Go to Step 6

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5

Important: Perform the setup procedure for the BCM. Refer to Body Control Module (BCM) Programming/RPO Configuration in Computer/Integrating Systems.

Replace the BCM. Refer to Body Control Module Replacement In Computer/Integrating Systems.

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 6

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6

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

Go to Step 3