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Brake Warning Indicator Inoperative Base (without RPO UJ1)

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

DEFINITION: The red brake warning lamp does not come on during bulb check or when the park brake is applied.

1

Did you review the brake warning ystem operation and perform the necessary inspections?

--

Go to Step 2

Go to Symptoms

2

Verify the brake indicator is inoperative.

Does the brake warning indicator operate properly?

--

Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections

Go to Step 3

3

  1. Apply the park brake.
  2. Place the ignition switch in RUN.

Is the brake indicator illuminated?

--

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 4

4

  1. Disconnect the park brake warning switch.
  2. Connect a J 36169-A fused jumper between park brake warning switch connector cavity A for CKT 1134 (LT BLU) and ground. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.

Is the brake indicator illuminated?

--

Go to Step 26

Go to Step 5

5

  1. Disconnect the instrument cluster.
  2. Connect a J 35616-200 unpowered test lamp between instrument cluster connector cavity B17 for CKT 39 (PNK) and ground. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.
  3. Place the ignition switch in RUN.

Does the test lamp light?

--

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 18

6

  1. Disconnect the daytime running lamps control module.
  2. Connect a J 39200 DMM between instrument cluster connector cavity A13 and daytime running lamps control module connector cavity E for CKT 33 (TAN/WHT). Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.

Is continuity present?

--

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 19

7

Connect a J 39200 DMM between daytime running lamps control module connector cavity A and park brake warning switch connector cavity A for CKT 1134 (LT BLU). Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.

Is continuity present?

--

Go to Step 27

Go to Step 20

8

  1. Position the vehicle safely for the release of the park brake.
  2. Release the park brake.
  3. Start the engine while observing the instrument cluster.

Is the brake indicator illuminated while the ignition switch is in START?

--

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 9

9

  1. Stop the engine and turn the ignition switch OFF.
  2. Backprobe ignition switch connector C200 cavity B2 for CKT 150 (BLK) with a J 36169-A fused jumper to a known good ground. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.
  3. Turn the ignition switch to START.

Does the brake indicator light?

--

Go to Step 21

Go to Step 10

10

  1. Disconnect steering column connector C200.
  2. Connect a J 39200 DMM between connector C200 cavity B5 for CKT 1134 (TAN/WHT) and cavity B2 for CKT 150 (BLK). Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.
  3. Test for continuity while holding the ignition in the START position.

Is continuity present?

--

Go to Step 11

Go to Step 28

11

Connect a J 39200 DMM between connector C200 pin B5 and daytime running lamps control module connector cavity B for CKT 1134 (TAN/WHT). Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.

Is continuity present?

--

Go to Step 27

Go to Step 22

12

  1. Disconnect the brake pressure differential switch.
  2. Disconnect the daytime running lamps control module.
  3. Connect a J 39200 DMM between brake pressure differential switch connector cavity A for CKT 680 (PPL) and daytime running lamps control module connector cavity F for CKT 33 (TAN/WHT). Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.
  4. Test for continuity in both directions.

Is continuity present in one direction only?

--

Go to Step 13

Go to Step 23

13

Connect a J 39200 DMM between brake pressure differential switch connector cavity B for CKT 150 (BLK) and ground. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.

Is continuity present?

--

Go to Step 14

Go to Step 24

14

Check the operation of the brake pressure differential switch per the combination valve warning switch test. Refer to Combination Valve Circuit .

Does the brake pressure differential switch operate as designed?

--

Go to Step 15

Go to Step 29

15

  1. Disconnect electronic brake control module connector C1.
  2. Connect a J 39200 DMM between electronic brake control module connector C1 cavity H for CKT 680 (PPL) and daytime running lamps control module cavity F for CKT 33 (TAN/WHT). Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.
  3. Test for continuity in both directions.

Is continuity present in both directions?

--

Go to Step 30

Go to Step 16

16

Is continuity present in only one direction?

--

Go to Step 17

Go to Step 25

17

Perform diagnostic testing of the electronic brake control module. Refer to Diagnostic Starting Point in ABS.

Is the condition repaired?

--

Go to Step 32

Go to Step 31

18

Repair the open in CKT 39 (PNK) between the IP fuse block and the instrument cluster. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 32

Go to Step 3

19

Repair the open in CKT 33 (TAN/WHT) between the instrument cluster connector and the daytime running lamps control module. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 32

Go to Step 3

20

Repair the open in CKT 1134 (LT BLU) between the daytime running lamps control module ant the park brake warning switch. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 32

Go to Step 3

21

Repair the open in CKT 150 (BLK) between the ignition switch and ground G201. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 32

Go to Step 3

22

Repair the open in CKT 1134 (LT BLU) between the daytime running lamps control module and connector C200. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 32

Go to Step 3

23

Repair the open in CKT 33 (TAN/WHT) or CKT 680 (PPL) between the daytime running lamp control module and the brake pressure differential switch. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 32

Go to Step 30

24

Repair the open in CKT 150 (BLK) between the brake pressure differential switch and ground G103. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 32

Go to Step 3

25

Repair the open in CKT 680 (PPL) between splice S156 and the electronic brake control module. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 32

Go to Step 3

26

Replace the park brake warning switch.

Refer to Parking Brake Indicator Switch Replacement in Park Brake.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 32

Go to Step 3

27

Replace the daytime running lamps control module. Refer to Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Control Module Replacement in Lighting Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 32

Go to Step 3

28

Replace the ignition switch. Refer to Ignition and Key Alarm Switch Assembly - Disassemble - Off Vehicle in Steering.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 32

Go to Step 3

29

Replace the brake pressure differential switch. Refer to Combination Valve Replacement .

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 32

Go to Step 3

30

Replace diode D101at the underhood fuse-relay center.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 32

Go to Step 3

31

Replace the electronic brake control module.

Refer to Electronic Brake Control Module Replacement in ABS.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 32

Go to Step 3

32

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

--

System OK

Go to Step 3

Brake Warning Indicator Inoperative Alarm is Operative

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

DEFINITION: The red brake warning lamp does not come on, but the brake warning alarm (RPO UJ1) functions properly.

1

Did you review the brake warning system operation and perform the necessary inspections?

--

Go to Step 2

Go to Symptoms

2

Verify the brake indicator is inoperative.

Does the brake warning indicator operate properly?

--

Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections

Go to Step 3

3

  1. Apply the park brake.
  2. Place the ignition switch in RUN.

Is the brake indicator illuminated?

--

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 4

4

  1. Disconnect the park brake warning switch.
  2. Connect a J 36169-A fused jumper wire between park brake warning switch connector cavity A for CKT 1134 (LT BLU) and ground. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.

Is the brake indicator illuminated?

--

Go to Step 31

Go to Step 5

5

  1. Disconnect the instrument cluster.
  2. Connect a J 35616-200 unpowered test lamp between instrument cluster connector cavity B17 for CKT 39 (PNK) and ground. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.
  3. Place the ignition switch in RUN.

Does the test lamp light?

--

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 21

6

  1. Disconnect the daytime running lamps control module.
  2. Connect a J 39200 DMM between instrument cluster connector cavity A13 and daytime running lamps control module connector cavity E for CKT 33 (TAN/WHT). Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.

Is continuity present?

--

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 22

7

  1. Position the vehicle safely for the release of the park brake.
  2. Release the park brake.
  3. Start the engine while observing the instrument cluster.

Is the brake indicator illuminated while the ignition switch is in START?

--

Go to Step 11

Go to Step 8

8

  1. Stop the engine and turn the ignition switch to OFF.
  2. Backprobe a J 36169-A fused jumper between ignition switch connector C200 cavity B2 for CKT 150 (BLK) and ground. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.
  3. Turn the ignition switch to START.

Does the brake indicator light?

--

Go to Step 23

Go to Step 9

9

  1. Disconnect steering column connector  C200.
  2. Connect a J 39200 DMM between connector C200 cavity B5 for CKT 1134 (TAN/WHT) and cavity B2 for CKT 150 (BLK). Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.
  3. Test for continuity while holding the ignition in the START position.

Is continuity present?

--

Go to Step 10

Go to Step 33

10

Connect a J 39200 DMM between connector C200 pin B5 and daytime running lamps control module connector cavity B for CKT 1134 (TAN/WHT). Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.

Is continuity present?

--

Go to Step 32

Go to Step 24

11

  1. Disconnect the brake pressure differential switch.
  2. Disconnect the daytime running lamps control module.
  3. Connect a J 39200 DMM between brake pressure differential switch connector cavity A for CKT 680 (PPL) and daytime running lamps control module connector cavity F for CKT 33 (TAN/WHT). Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.
  4. Test for continuity in both directions.

Is continuity present in one direction only?

--

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 25

12

Connect a J 39200 DMM between brake pressure differential switch connector cavity B for CKT 150 (BLK) and ground. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.

Is continuity present?

--

Go to Step 13

Go to Step 26

13

Check the operation of the brake pressure differential switch per the combination valve warning switch test. Refer to Combination Valve Circuit in Hydraulic brakes.

Does the brake pressure differential switch operate as designed?

--

Go to Step 14

Go to Step 37

14

  1. Disconnect electronic brake control module connector C1.
  2. Connect a J 39200 DMM between electronic brake control module connector C1 cavity H for CKT 680 (PPL) and daytime running lamps control module connector cavity F for CKT 33 (TAN/WHT). Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.
  3. Test for continuity in both directions.

Is continuity present in one direction only?

--

Go to Step 15

Go to Step 27

15

Perform diagnostic testing of the electronic brake control module (EBCM). Refer to Diagnostic Starting Point in ABS.

Does the EBCM operate as designed?

--

Go to Step 16

Go to Step 36

16

  1. Disconnect the daytime running lamps control module.
  2. Disconnect the P/B booster fluid flow and pressure alarm delay module connector.
  3. Connect a J 39200 DMM between DRL control module connector cavity E for CKT 33 (TAN/WHT) and P/B booster fluid flow and pressure alarm delay module connector cavity E for CKT 1471 (BLK/YEL). Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.
  4. Test for continuity in both directions.

Is continuity present in one direction only?

--

Go to Step 17

Go to Step 28

17

Check for low P/B booster fluid pressure or flow. Refer to Power Steering System Test in Power Steering System.

Does a low fluid pressure or flow condition exist?

--

Go to Step 18

Go to Step 19

18

Refer to Power Steering System Test in Power Steering System for diagnosis and repair information.

Does the brake indicator now operate as designed?

--

Go to Step 39

Go to Step 3

19

  1. Connect a J 39200 DMM between P/B booster fluid flow and pressure alarm delay module connector cavity C for CKT 849 (PNK) and ground. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.
  2. Start and idle the engine.
  3. Test for continuity.

Is continuity present?

--

Go to Step 29

Go to Step 20

20

  1. Disconnect connector C217.
  2. Connect a J 39200 DMM between P/B booster fluid flow and pressure alarm delay module connector cavity E for CKT 1471 (BLK/YEL) and ground. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.
  3. Test for continuity.

Is continuity present?

--

Go to Step 30

Go to Step 34

21

Repair the open in CKT 39 (PNK) between the IP fuse block and the instrument cluster. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 39

Go to Step 3

22

Repair the open in CKT 33 (TAN/WHT) between the instrument cluster and the daytime running lamps control module. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 39

Go to Step 3

23

Repair the open in CKT 150 (BLK) between the ignition switch and ground G201. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 39

Go to Step 3

24

Repair the open in CKT 1134 (LT BLU) between the daytime running lamps control module and connector C200. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 39

Go to Step 3

25

Repair the open in CKT 33 (TAN/WHT) or CKT 680 (PPL) between the daytime running lamp control module and the brake pressure differential switch. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 39

Go to Step 35

26

Repair the open in CKT 150 (BLK) between the brake pressure differential switch and ground G103. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 39

Go to Step 3

27

Repair the open in CKT 680 (PPL) between splice S156 and the electronic brake control module. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 39

Go to Step 3

28

Repair the open in CKT 33 (TAN/WHT) or CKT 1471 (BLK/YEL) between the DRL control module and the P/B booster fluid flow and pressure alarm delay module. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 39

Go to Step 38

29

Repair the short to ground in CKT 849 (PNK) between the P/B booster fluid flow and pressure alarm delay module and the P/B booster fluid pressure alarm switch .Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 39

Go to Step 3

30

Repair the short to ground in CKT 1471 (BLK/YEL) or CKT 441 (BRN) between the P/B booster fluid flow and pressure alarm delay module and connector C217. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 39

Go to Step 3

31

Replace the park brake warning switch.

Refer to Parking Brake Indicator Switch Replacement in Park brake.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 39

Go to Step 3

32

Replace the daytime running lamps control module. Refer to Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Control Module Replacement in Lighting Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 39

Go to Step 3

33

Replace the ignition switch. Refer to Ignition and Key Alarm Switch Assembly - Disassemble - Off Vehicle in Steering.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 39

Go to Step 3

34

Replace the P/B booster fluid flow and pressure alarm delay module. Refer to Alarm Module Replacement .

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 39

Go to Step 3

35

Replace diode D101 at the underhood fuse-relay center.

Is the repair compete?

--

Go to Step 39

Go to Step 3

36

Replace the electronic brake control module.

Refer to Electronic Brake Control Module Replacement in ABS.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 39

Go to Step 3

37

Replace the brake pressure differential switch. Refer to Combination Valve Replacement .

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 39

Go to Step 3

38

Replace inline diode D202. Refer to Splicing Inline Harness Diodes in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 39

Go to Step 3

39

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

--

System OK

Go to Step 3

Brake Warning Indicator Inoperative Export Non-DRL (without RPO UJ1)

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

DEFINITION: The red brake warning lamp and the brake warning alarm do not come on during bulb check or when the park brake is applied.

1

Did you review the brake warning system operation and perform the necessary inspections?

--

Go to Step 2

Go to Symptoms

2

Verify the brake indicator is inoperative.

Does the brake warning indicator operate properly?

--

Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections

Go to Step 3

3

  1. Apply the park brake.
  2. Place the ignition switch in RUN.

Is the brake indicator illuminated?

--

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 4

4

  1. Disconnect the park brake warning switch.
  2. Connect a J 36169-A fused jumper wire between park brake warning switch connector cavity A for CKT 33 (TAN/WHT) and ground. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.
  3. Place the ignition switch in RUN.

Is the brake indicator illuminated?

--

Go to Step 26

Go to Step 5

5

  1. Disconnect the instrument cluster.
  2. Connect a J 35616-200 unpowered test lamp between instrument cluster connector cavity B17 and ground. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.
  3. Place the ignition switch in RUN.

Does the test lamp light?

--

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 16

6

Connect a J 39200 DMM between instrument cluster connector cavity A13 and park brake warning switch connector cavity A for CKT 33 (TAN/WHT). Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.

Is continuity present?

--

Go to Step 28

Go to Step 17

7

  1. Position the vehicle for safe release of the park brake.
  2. Release the park brake.
  3. Start the engine while observing the instrument cluster.

Is the brake indicator illuminated while the ignition switch is in START?

--

Go to Step 11

Go to Step 8

8

  1. Stop the engine.
  2. Backprobe a J 36169-A fused jumper between ignition switch connector C200 cavity B2 for CKT 150 (BLK) and ground. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.
  3. Turn the ignition switch to START.

Is the brake indicator illuminated while the ignition switch is in START?

--

Go to Step 18

Go to Step 9

9

  1. Disconnect steering column connector C200.
  2. Connect a J 39200 DMM between instrument cluster connector cavity A13 and connector C200 cavity B5 for CKT 33 (TAN/WHT). Refer to Probing Electrical Connectors in Wiring Systems.
  3. Test for continuity.

Is continuity present?

--

Go to Step 10

Go to Step 19

10

  1. Connect a J 39200 DMM between ignition switch connector cavity B5 for CKT 1134 (TAN/WHT) and cavity B2 for CKT 150 (BLK). Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.
  2. Hold the ignition switch in the START position.

Is continuity present with the ignition switch in the START position?

--

Go to Step 11

Go to Step 23

11

  1. Disconnect the brake pressure differential switch.
  2. Connect a J 39200 DMM between instrument cluster connector cavity A13 for CKT 33 (TAN/WHT) and brake pressure differential switch connector cavity A for CKT 680 (PPL). Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.
  3. Test for continuity in both directions.

Is continuity present in one direction only?

--

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 20

12

Connect a J 39200 DMM between brake pressure differential switch connector cavity B for CKT 150 (BLK) and ground. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.

Is continuity present?

--

Go to Step 13

Go to Step 21

13

  1. Disconnect electronic brake control module connector C1.
  2. Connect a J 39200 DMM between instrument cluster connector cavity A13 for CKT 33 (TAN/WHT) and electronic brake control module connector C1 cavity H for CKT 680 (PPL). Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.
  3. Test for continuity in both directions.

Is continuity present in one direction only?

--

Go to Step 14

Go to Step 22

14

Check the operation of the brake pressure differential switch per the combination valve warning switch test. Refer to Combination Valve Circuit .

Does the brake pressure differential switch operate as designed?

--

Go to Step 15

Go to Step 25

15

Perform diagnostic testing of the electronic brake control module. Refer to Diagnostic Starting Point in ABS.

Is the condition repaired?

--

Go to Step 29

Go to Step 27

16

Repair the open in CKT 39 (PNK) between the IP fuse block and the instrument cluster. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 29

Go to Step 3

17

Repair the open in CKT 33 (TAN/WHT) between the instrument cluster and the park brake warning switch. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 29

Go to Step 3

18

Repair the open in CKT 150 (BLK) between connector C200 and ground G201. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 29

Go to Step 3

19

Repair the open in CKT 33 (TAN/WHT) between splice S235 and the ignition switch connector C200 cavity B5. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 29

Go to Step 3

20

Repair the open in CKT 33 (TAN/WHT) between splice S235 and diode D101, or in CKT 680 (PPL) between diode D101 and the brake pressure differential switch. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 29

Go to Step 24

21

Repair the open in CKT 150 (BLK) between the brake pressure differential switch and ground G103. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 29

Go to Step 3

22

Repair the open in CKT 680 (PPL) between splice S156 and the electronic brake control module. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 29

Go to Step 3

23

Replace the ignition switch. Refer to Ignition and Key Alarm Switch Assembly - Disassemble - Off Vehicle in Steering Wheel and Column.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 29

Go to Step 3

24

Replace diode D101 at the underhood fuse-relay center.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 29

Go to Step 3

25

Replace the brake pressure differential switch. Refer to Combination Valve Replacement .

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 29

Go to Step 3

26

Replace the park brake warning switch. Refer to Parking Brake Indicator Switch Replacement in Park Brake.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 29

Go to Step 3

27

Replace the electronic brake control module. Refer to Electronic Brake Control Module Replacement in ABS.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 29

Go to Step 3

28

Replace the instrument cluster printed circuit. Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement in IP Gauges and Console.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 29

Go to Step 3

29

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

--

System OK

Go to Step 3

Brake Warning Indicator Inoperative Export Non-DRL (with RPO UJ1)

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

DEFINITION: The red brake warning lamp does not come on, but the brake warning alarm operates properly.

1

Did you review the brake warning system operation and perform the necessary inspections?

--

Go to Step 2

Go to Symptoms

2

Verify the brake indicator is inoperative.

Does the brake warning indicator operate properly?

--

Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections

Go to Step 3

3

  1. Apply the park brake.
  2. Place the ignition switch in RUN.

Is the brake indicator illuminated?

--

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 4

4

  1. Disconnect the park brake warning switch.
  2. Connect a J 36169-A fused jumper wire between park brake warning switch connector cavity A for CKT 33 (TAN/WHT) and ground. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.
  3. Place the ignition switch in RUN.

Is the brake indicator illuminated?

--

Go to Step 35

Go to Step 5

5

  1. Disconnect the instrument cluster.
  2. Connect a J 35616-200 unpowered test lamp between instrument cluster connector cavity B17 and ground. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.
  3. Place the ignition switch in RUN.

Does the test lamp light?

--

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 24

6

Connect a J 39200 DMM between instrument cluster connector cavity A13 and park brake warning switch connector cavity A for CKT 33 (TAN/WHT). Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.

Is continuity present?

--

Go to Step 36

Go to Step 25

7

  1. Position the vehicle for safe release of the park brake.
  2. Release the park brake.
  3. Start the engine while observing the instrument cluster.

Is the brake indicator illuminated while the ignition switch is in START?

--

Go to Step 11

Go to Step 8

8

  1. Stop the engine and turn the ignition switch to OFF.
  2. Backprobe a J 36169-A fused jumper between ignition switch connector C200 cavity B2 for CKT 150 (BLK) and ground. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.
  3. Turn the ignition switch to START.

Is the brake indicator illuminated while the ignition switch is in START?

--

Go to Step 26

Go to Step 9

9

  1. Disconnect steering column connector C200.
  2. Connect a J 39200 DMM between instrument cluster connector cavity A13 and connector C200 pin B5 for CKT 33 (TAN/WHT). Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.

Is continuity present?

--

Go to Step 10

Go to Step 27

10

  1. Connect a J 39200 DMM between ignition switch connector cavity B5 for CKT 1134 (TAN/WHT) and cavity B2 for CKT 150 (BLK). Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.
  2. Hold the ignition switch in the START position.

Is continuity present with the ignition switch in the START position?

--

Go to Step 11

Go to Step 37

11

  1. Disconnect the brake pressure differential switch.
  2. Connect a J 39200 DMM between instrument cluster connector cavity A13 for CKT 33 (TAN/WHT) and brake pressure differential switch connector cavity A for CKT 680 (PPL). Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.
  3. Test for continuity in both directions.

Is continuity present in one direction only?

--

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 28

12

Connect a J 39200 DMM between brake pressure differential switch connector cavity B for CKT 150 (BLK) and ground. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.

Is continuity present?

--

Go to Step 13

Go to Step 29

13

  1. Disconnect electronic brake control module connector C1.
  2. Connect a J 39200 DMM between instrument cluster connector cavity A13 for CKT 33 (TAN/WHT) and electronic brake control module connector C1 cavity H for CKT 680 (PPL). Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.
  3. Test for continuity in both directions.

Is continuity present in one direction only?

--

Go to Step 14

Go to Step 30

14

Check the operation of the brake pressure differential switch per the combination valve warning switch test. Refer to Combination Valve Circuit .

Does the brake pressure differential switch operate as designed?

--

Go to Step 15

Go to Step 39

15

Perform diagnostic testing of the electronic brake control module. Refer to Diagnostic Starting Point in ABS.

Does the electronic brake control module operate as designed?

--

Go to Step 16

Go to Step 40

16

  1. Disconnect the P/B booster fluid flow and pressure alarm delay module connector.
  2. Disconnect the instrument cluster connector.
  3. Connect a J 39200 DMM between instrument cluster connector cavity A13 for CKT 33 (TAN/WHT) and P/B booster fluid flow and pressure alarm delay module connector cavity E for CKT 1471 (BLK/YEL). Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.
  4. Test for continuity in both directions.

Is continuity present in one direction only?

--

Go to Step 17

Go to Step 31

17

Check P/B booster fluid pressure and flow. Refer to Power Steering System Test in Power Steering System.

Does an improper pressure or flow condition exist?

--

Go to Step 18

Go to Step 19

18

Refer to Power Steering System Test in Power Steering System for diagnosis and repair information.

Does the brake indicator now operate as designed?

--

Go to Step 45

Go to Step 3

19

  1. Connect a J 39200 DMM between P/B booster fluid flow and pressure alarm delay module connector cavity C for CKT 849 (PNK) and ground. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.
  2. Start and idle the engine.

Is continuity present?

--

Go to Step 20

Go to Step 23

20

  1. With the engine still idling, disconnect the P/B booster fluid pressure alarm switch.
  2. Connect a J 39200 DMM between P/B booster fluid flow and pressure alarm delay module connector cavity C for CKT 849 (PNK) and ground. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.

Is continuity present?

--

Go to Step 32

Go to Step 21

21

With the engine still idling, connect a J 39200 DMM between P/B booster fluid pressure alarm switch connector cavity B for CKT 860 (DK GRN) and ground. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.

Is continuity present?

--

Go to Step 22

Go to Step 42

22

  1. With the engine still idling, disconnect the P/B booster fluid flow alarm switch.
  2. Connect a J 39200 DMM between P/B booster fluid flow alarm switch connector cavity A for CKT 860 (DK GRN) and ground. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.

Is continuity present?

--

Go to Step 33

Go to Step 43

23

  1. Disconnect connector C217.
  2. Connect a J 39200 DMM between the P/B booster fluid flow and pressure alarm delay module connector cavity E for CKT 1471 (BLK/YEL) and ground. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.

Is continuity present?

--

Go to Step 34

Go to Step 44

24

Repair the open in CKT 39 (PNK) between the IP fuse block and the instrument cluster. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 45

Go to Step 3

25

Repair the open in CKT 33 (TAN/WHT) between the instrument cluster and the park brake warning switch. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 45

Go to Step 3

26

Repair the open in CKT 150 (BLK) between connector C200 and ground G201. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 45

Go to Step 3

27

Repair the open in CKT 33 (TAN/WHT) between splice S235 and ignition switch connector C200. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 45

Go to Step 3

28

Repair the open in CKT 33 (TAN/WHT) between splice S235 and diode D101, or in CKT 680 (PPL) between diode D101 and the brake pressure differential switch. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 45

Go to Step 38

29

Repair the open in CKT 150 (BLK) between the brake pressure differential switch and ground G103. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 45

Go to Step 3

30

Repair the open in CKT 680 (PPL) between splice S156 and the electronic brake control module. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 45

Go to Step 3

31

Repair the open in CKT 33 (TAN/WHT) or CKT 1471 (BLK/YEL) between splice S235 and the P/B booster fluid flow and pressure alarm delay module. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 45

Go to Step 41

32

Repair the short to ground in CKT 849 (PNK) between the P/B booster fluid flow and pressure alarm delay module and the P/B booster fluid pressure alarm switch. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 45

Go to Step 3

33

Repair the short to ground in CKT 860 (DK GRN) between the P/B booster fluid pressure alarm switch and the P/B booster fluid flow alarm switch. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 45

Go to Step 3

34

Repair the short to ground in CKT 1471 (BLK/YEL) or CKT 441 (BRN) between the P/B booster fluid flow and pressure alarm delay module and connector C217. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 45

Go to Step 3

35

Replace the park brake warning switch. Refer to Parking Brake Indicator Switch Replacement in Park Brake.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 45

Go to Step 3

36

Replace the instrument cluster printed circuit. Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement in IP Gauges and Console.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 45

Go to Step 3

37

Replace the ignition switch. Refer to Ignition and Key Alarm Switch Assembly - Disassemble - Off Vehicle in Steering Wheel and Column.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 45

Go to Step 3

38

Replace diode D101 at the underhood fuse-relay center.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 45

Go to Step 3

39

Replace the brake pressure differential switch. Refer to Combination Valve Replacement .

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 45

Go to Step 3

40

Replace the electronic brake control module. Refer to Electronic Brake Control Module Replacement in ABS.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 45

Go to Step 3

41

Replace the inline diode D202. Refer to Splicing Inline Harness Diodes in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 45

Go to Step 3

42

Replace the P/B booster fluid pressure alarm switch. Refer to Alarm Switch Replacement .

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 45

Go to Step 3

43

Replace the P/B booster fluid flow alarm switch. Refer to Fluid Flow Switch Replacement .

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 45

Go to Step 3

44

Replace the P/B booster fluid flow and pressure alarm delay module. Refer to Alarm Module Replacement .

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 45

Go to Step 3

45

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

--

System OK

Go to Step 3