The brake switch indicates brake pedal status to the powertrain control module (PCM). The brake switch is a normally-closed switch that supplies battery voltage on the TCC brake switch signal circuit to the PCM. Applying the brake pedal opens the switch, interrupting voltage to the PCM. When the brake pedal is released, the PCM receives a constant voltage signal. If the PCM receives a zero voltage signal at the brake switch input, and the torque converter clutch (TCC) is engaged, the PCM de-energizes the TCC solenoid valve. The PCM disregards the brake switch input for TCC scheduling if there is a brake switch circuit fault.
When the PCM detects an open brake switch circuit, 0 volts, low input, during accelerations, then DTC P0719 sets. DTC P0719 is a type C DTC.
This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:
DTC P0719 TCC Brake Switch Circuit Low Voltage
• | No vehicle speed sensor (VSS) DTCs P0502 or P0503. |
• | TCC Brake switch status is open and DTC P0719 has not passed. |
The PCM detects an open TCC brake switch or circuit, 0 volts, for 15 minutes without changing for 2 seconds, and the following events occur 8 times:
• | The PCM does not illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL). |
• | The PCM disregards the TCC brake switch input for TCC scheduling. |
• | The PCM freezes transmission adaptive functions. |
• | The PCM uses throttle position and vehicle speed to determine application and release of the TCC. |
• | The PCM records the operating conditions when the Conditions for Setting the DTC are met. The PCM stores this information as Failure Records. |
• | The PCM stores DTC P0719 in PCM history. |
• | A scan tool can clear the DTC. |
• | The PCM clears the DTC from PCM history if the vehicle completes 40 warm-up cycles without a non-emission-related diagnostic fault occurring. |
• | The PCM cancels the DTC default actions when the fault no longer exists and/or the ignition switch is OFF long enough in order to power down the PCM. |
• | Inspect for ABS DTCs. A faulty ABS condition may contribute to setting DTC P0719. |
• | It may be necessary to also clear this DTC from the engine control module (ECM). |
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
Step | Action | Yes | No |
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1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? | Go to Step 2 | |
2 |
Important: Before clearing the DTC, use the scan tool in order to record the Failure Records. Using the Clear Info function erases the Failure Records from the powertrain control module (PCM). Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in the Preface section. Does the test lamp illuminate? | Go to Step 3 | Go to Step 4 |
Connect a fused jumper wire between the ignition voltage supply and signal circuits of the stop lamp switch connector. Did the TCC Brake Switch status on the scan tool change from Open to Closed? | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 9 | |
4 | Inspect the ignition voltage supply fuse for an open. Refer to Circuit Protection - Fuses . Is the fuse open? | Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 8 |
5 |
Important: The condition that affects this circuit may exist in other connecting branches of the circuit. Refer to Power Distribution Schematics for complete circuit distribution. Test the ignition voltage circuit of the TCC brake switch for a short to ground. Refer to Testing for Short to Ground and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 6 |
6 |
Important: The condition that affects this circuit may exist in other connecting branches of the circuit. Refer to Power Distribution Schematics for complete circuit distribution. Test the signal circuit of the TCC brake switch for a short to ground. Refer to Testing for Short to Ground and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 10 |
7 | Replace the TCC brake switch. Refer to Stop Lamp Switch Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? | Go to Step 11 | -- |
8 |
Important: The condition that affects this circuit may exist in other connecting branches of the circuit. Refer to Power Distribution Schematics for complete circuit distribution. Test the ignition voltage circuit of the TCC brake switch for an open. Refer to Testing for Continuity and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 11 | -- |
9 |
Important: The condition that affects this circuit may exist in other connecting branches of the circuit. Refer to Power Distribution Schematics for complete circuit distribution. Test the signal circuit of the TCC brake switch for an open. Refer to Testing for Continuity and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 10 |
10 | Replace the PCM. Refer to Control Module References for replacement, setup, and programming. Did you complete the replacement? | Go to Step 11 | -- |
11 | Perform the following procedure in order to verify the repair:
Has the test run and passed? | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 2 |
12 | With the scan tool, observe the stored information, capture info, and DTC Info. Does the scan tool display any DTCs that you have not diagnosed? | System OK |
The brake switch indicates brake pedal status to the powertrain control module (PCM). The brake switch is a normally-closed switch that supplies battery voltage on the TCC brake switch signal circuit to the PCM. Applying the brake pedal opens the switch, interrupting voltage to the PCM. When the brake pedal is released, the PCM receives a constant voltage signal. If the PCM receives a zero voltage signal at the brake switch input, and the torque converter clutch (TCC) is engaged, the PCM de-energizes the TCC solenoid valve. The PCM disregards the brake switch input for TCC scheduling if there is a brake switch circuit fault.
When the PCM detects a closed brake switch circuit, 12 volts, high input, during decelerations, then DTC P0724 sets. DTC P0724 is a type C DTC.
This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:
DTC P0719 Brake Switch Circuit Low Voltage
• | No vehicle speed sensor (VSS) DTCs P0722 or P0723. |
• | No Brake Switch DTC P0724. |
• | The TCM detects the brake switch is applied for 900 seconds. |
• | The vehicle speed is less than 8 km/h (5 mph) for greater than 6 seconds, then greater than 40 km/h (25 mph) for 7 seconds. |
• | Continuously 8 times once the previous criteria have been met. |
The TCM detects an open or short to ground on the stop lamp switch signal circuit when the circuit should be high, B+.
• | The TCM does not request the engine control module (ECM) to illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL). |
• | The TCM records the operating conditions when the Conditions for Setting the DTC are met. The TCM records this information as a Failure Record. |
• | The TCM stores DTC P0719 in TCM history. |
• | The TCM clears the DTC from TCM history if the vehicle completes 40 warm-up cycles without a non-emission related diagnostic fault occurring. |
• | A scan tool can clear the DTC. |
• | Inspect the brake switch for proper mounting and operation. |
• | Inspect for ABS DTCs. A faulty ABS condition may contribute to setting DTC P0719. |
• | It may be necessary to also clear this DTC from the ECM. |
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
Step | Action | Yes | No |
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1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? | Go to Step 2 | |
2 |
Important: Before clearing the DTC, use the scan tool in order to record the Failure Records. Using the Clear Info function erases the Failure Records from the transmission control module (TCM). Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in the Preface section. Does the test lamp illuminate? | Go to Step 3 | Go to Step 4 |
Connect a fused jumper wire between the ignition voltage supply and signal circuits of the stop lamp switch connector. Did the Brake Switch status on the scan tool change from Open to Closed? | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 9 | |
4 | Inspect the ignition voltage supply fuse for an open. Refer to Circuit Protection - Fuses . Is the fuse open? | Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 8 |
5 |
Important: The condition that affects this circuit may exist in other connecting branches of the circuit. Refer to Power Distribution Schematics for complete circuit distribution. Test the ignition voltage circuit of the brake switch for a short to ground. Refer to Testing for Short to Ground and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 6 |
6 |
Important: The condition that affects this circuit may exist in other connecting branches of the circuit. Refer to Power Distribution Schematics for complete circuit distribution. Test the signal circuit of the brake switch for a short to ground. Refer to Testing for Short to Ground and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 10 |
7 | Replace the brake switch. Refer to Stop Lamp Switch Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? | Go to Step 11 | -- |
8 |
Important: The condition that affects this circuit may exist in other connecting branches of the circuit. Refer to Power Distribution Schematics for complete circuit distribution. Test the ignition voltage circuit of the brake switch for an open. Refer to Testing for Continuity and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 11 | -- |
9 |
Important: The condition that affects this circuit may exist in other connecting branches of the circuit. Refer to Power Distribution Schematics for complete circuit distribution. Test the signal circuit of the brake switch for an open. Refer to Testing for Continuity and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 10 |
10 | Replace the TCM. Refer to Control Module References for replacement, setup, and programming. Did you complete the replacement? | Go to Step 11 | -- |
11 | Perform the following procedure in order to verify the repair:
Has the test run and passed? | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 2 |
12 | With the scan tool, observe the stored information, capture info, and DTC Info. Does the scan tool display any DTCs that you have not diagnosed? | System OK |