Circuit Description
Battery voltage is supplied from the brake fuse to the clutch switch. The clutch switch is a normally closed switch. When the clutch pedal is released, the clutch pedal position switch signal circuit is pulled up to B+. When the clutch pedal is applied, the switch opens, and the voltage drops to 0 volts.
If the powertrain control module (PCM) detects a specified number of vehicle speed transitions without detecting a clutch switch transition, DTC P0833 sets. DTC P0833 is a type B DTC.
Conditions for Running the DTC
No vehicle speed sensor (VSS) DTC P0500.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The PCM detects 7 changes in vehicle speed from 0 km/h (0 mph) to above 38 km/h (24 mph) and then back to 0 km/h (0 mph) without the PCM detecting a clutch pedal transition.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The PCM illuminates the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) during the second consecutive trip in which the Conditions for Setting the DTC are met. |
| • | The PCM disables cruise control and the Power Take-Off, if equipped. |
| • | The PCM records the operating conditions when the Conditions for Setting the DTC are met. The PCM records this information as Freeze Frame and Failure Records. |
| • | The PCM stores DTC P0833 in PCM history. |
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
| • | The PCM turns OFF the MIL during the third consecutive trip, in which the diagnostic test runs and passes. |
| • | A scan tool can clear the MIL/DTC. |
| • | A history DTC clears after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles, if no failures are present by this diagnostic or any other emission-related diagnostic. |
| • | The PCM cancels the DTC default actions when the ignition switch is OFF long enough in order to power down the PCM. |
Test Description
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
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This test confirms if the scan tool is receiving a clutch switch position signal.
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This step inspects the clutch pedal switch and the connector.
Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Engine Controls? | -- | Go to Step 2 | Go to Diagnostic System Check - Engine Controls in Engine Controls - 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L |
Does the scan tool indicate a change in state when the clutch pedal is either applied or released? | -- | Go to Intermittent Conditions in Engine Controls - 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L | Go to Step 3 | |
Inspect the clutch pedal position switch and the connector. Does the clutch switch or the connector require service? | -- | Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 4 | |
4 | Inspect the brake fuse for an open. Refer to Circuit Protection - Fuses in Wiring Systems. Is the brake fuse open? | -- | Go to Step 9 | Go to Step 5 |
5 | Using a DMM, measure voltage at the brake fuse. Does the DMM indicate the specified value? | B+ | Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 12 |
6 |
Does the DMM indicate the specified value? | B+ | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 13 |
7 |
Does the scan tool display that the clutch is applying and releasing? | -- | Go to Step 15 | Go to Step 8 |
8 |
Did you find a short to voltage, high resistance or an open on the clutch pedal position switch signal circuit? | -- | Go to Step 14 | Go to Step 16 |
9 |
Is the ignition 3 voltage circuit grounded? | -- | Go to Step 13 | Go to Step 10 |
10 | Using a DMM, test for a short to ground on the clutch pedal position switch signal circuit at the switch connector. Is the clutch pedal position switch signal circuit grounded? | -- | Go to Step 14 | Go to Step 15 |
11 | Replace the clutch pedal position switch or repair the connector as necessary. Refer to Clutch Pedal Engine Start Switch Replacement in Clutch or Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you complete the repair? | -- | Go to Step 17 | -- |
12 | Repair the power distribution circuit to the brake fuse. Did you complete the repair? | -- | Go to Step 17 | -- |
13 | Repair the open, high resistance or short to ground in the ignition 3 voltage circuit or a parallel circuit that uses the brake fuse. Did you complete the repair? | -- | Go to Step 17 | -- |
14 | Repair the open, high resistance or short in the clutch pedal position switch signal circuit. Did you complete the repair? | -- | Go to Step 17 | -- |
15 | Replace the clutch pedal position switch. Is the action complete? | -- | Go to Step 17 | -- |
16 | Replace the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement in Engine Controls - 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L. Is the action complete? | -- | Go to Step 17 | -- |
17 |
Has the test run and passed? | -- | System OK | Go to Step 2 |
18 | 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? | -- | Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List in Engine Controls - 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L | System OK |
