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DTC P0724 Brake Switch Circuit High Input Gas


Object Number: 589922  Size: MF
Automatic Transmission Components Gas
Automatic Transmission Controls Schematics Gas
OBD II Symbol Description Notice
Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice

Circuit Description

The TCC/Stoplamp switch indicates the brake pedal status. The normally closed brake switch supplies a B+ signal to the vehicle control module (VCM). The signal voltage circuit opens when the brakes are applied.

If the VCM detects a closed TCC/Stoplamp switch during decelerations, then DTC P0724 sets. DTC P0724 is a type C DTC.

Conditions for Running the DTC

    • No OSS DTC P0502.
    • The following sequence of events occurs 10 consecutive times:
        1. The vehicle speed is greater than 32 km/h (20 mph) for 6 seconds.
        2. Then the vehicle speed is 8-32 km/h (5-20 mph) for 4 seconds.
        3. Then the vehicle speed is less than 8 km/h (5 mph).

Conditions for Setting the DTC

    • All conditions are met for 10 occurrences.
    • The VCM detects a closed TCC/Stoplamp switch circuit (12 volts) during decelerations.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • The VCM does not illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL).
    • The VCM records the operating conditions when the Conditions for Setting the DTC are met. The VCM stores this information as Failure Records.
    • The VCM stores DTC P0724 in VCM history.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • A scan tool clears the DTC from VCM history.
    •  The VCM clears the DTC from VCM history if the vehicle completes 40 warm-up cycles without a non-emission-related diagnostic fault occurring.
    • The VCM cancels the DTC default actions when the fault no longer exists and the ignition switch is OFF long enough in order to power down the VCM.

Diagnostic Aids

    • First diagnose and clear any engine DTCs or TP sensor codes that are present. Then inspect for any transmission DTCs that may have reset.
    • Ask about the customer's driving habits and any unusual driving conditions he or she might have, such as stop and go traffic or expressway driving.
    • Inspect the brake switch for proper mounting and adjustment.
    • Inspect for the most current calibration ID and the latest bulletins.
    • Inspect the connectors at the VCM, the TCC/Stoplamp switch and all other circuit connecting points for an intermittent condition. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems.
    • Inspect the circuit wiring for an intermittent condition. Refer to Testing for Electrical Intermittents in Wiring Systems.

Test Description

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

  1. This step isolates the TCC/Stoplamp switch as a source for setting the DTC.

P0724

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Did you perform the Powertrain Diagnostic System Check?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check (4.3L) or Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check (5.0/5.7L) or Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check (7.4L)

2

  1. Install a Scan Tool .
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  3. 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 VCM.

  4. Record the DTC Failure Records.
  5. Clear the DTC.
  6. Select TCC Brake Switch on the scan tool.
  7. Do not apply the brake pedal.
  8. With the brake pedal not applied, note the TCC brake switch status.
  9. Apply the brake pedal.

Did the TCC Brake Switch status change from CLOSED to OPEN?

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Go to Diagnostic Aids

Go to Step 3

3

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the TCC/Stoplamp switch connector from the brake switch.
  3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.

Did the TCC/Stoplamp switch status change from CLOSED to OPEN?

--

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 5

4

Replace the Stoplamp switch.

Refer to Stop Lamp Switch Replacement in Hydraulic Brakes.

Did you complete the replacement?

--

Go to Step 7

--

5

Important: The condition that affects this circuit may exist in other connecting branches of the circuit. Refer to Power Distribution Schematics in Wiring Systems for complete circuit distribution.

Test the input circuit (CKT 420) of the TCC/Stoplamp switch for a short to voltage between the VCM connector C4-10 and the TCC/Stoplamp switch connector.

Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

--

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 6

6

Replace the VCM.

Refer to VCM Replacement/Programming (4.3L) or VCM Replacement/Programming (5.0/5.7L) or VCM Replacement/Programming (7.4L) in Engine Controls.

Did you complete the replacement?

--

Go to Step 7

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7

Perform the following procedure in order to verify the repair:

  1. Select DTC.
  2. Select Clear Info.
  3. Operate the vehicle brake pedal so that for a total of 2 consecutive times the VCM sees the brake switch CLOSED and then OPEN, for greater than two seconds.

Does the Scan Tool TCC Brake Switch status change from CLOSED to OPEN?

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System OK

Go to Step 1

DTC P0724 Brake Switch Circuit High Input Diesel


Object Number: 525791  Size: MF
Automatic Transmission Components Diesel
Automatic Transmission Controls Schematics Diesel
OBD II Symbol Description Notice
Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice

Circuit Description

The normally open TCC/Stoplamp switch indicates brake pedal status to the powertrain control module (PCM). Applying the brake pedal closes the switch, supplying voltage to the PCM. Releasing the brake pedal interrupts voltage to the PCM.

If the PCM detects a closed TCC/Stoplamp switch (Stuck ON) during accelerations, then DTC P0724 sets. DTC P0724 is a type C DTC.

Conditions for Running the DTC

    • No OSS sensor DTCs P0722 or P0723
    • The PCM detects a closed TCC/Stoplamp switch or circuit, and the following sequence of events occur:
        1. The vehicle speed is less than 8 km/h (5 mph).
        2. The vehicle speed is 8-32 km/h (5-20 mph) for 3.1 seconds.
        3. The vehicle speed is greater than 32 km/h (20 mph) for 7 seconds.
    • DTC P0724 has not passed.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

    • The TCC Stoplamp switch is closed for 900 seconds (15 minutes).
    • All conditions are met for eight occurrences.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • The PCM does not illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL).
    • For TCC scheduling, the PCM disregards the TCC/Stoplamp switch state if the APP sensor is greater than 0.5% and the vehicle speed is greater than 40 Km/h (25 mph).
    • 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 P0724 in PCM history.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • A scan tool clears the DTC from PCM history.
    • The PCM clears the DTC from PCM history if the vehicle completes 40 consecutive 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 the ignition switch is OFF long enough in order to power down the PCM.

Diagnostic Aids

    • First diagnose and clear any engine DTCs that are present. Then inspect for any transmission DTCs that may have reset.
    • Ask about the customer's driving habits and any unusual driving conditions he or she might have, such as stop and go traffic or expressway driving.
    • Inspect the brake switch for proper mounting and adjustment.
    • Inspect the connectors at the PCM, the TCC/Stoplamp switch and all other circuit connecting points for an intermittent condition. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems.
    • Inspect the circuit wiring for an intermittent condition. Refer to Testing for Electrical Intermittents in Wiring Systems.

Test Description

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

  1. This step isolates the TCC/Stoplamp switch as a source for setting the DTC.

P0724

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Did you perform the Powertrain Diagnostic System Check?

--

Go to Step 2

Go to Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check

2

  1. Install a Scan Tool .
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  3. 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 PCM.

  4. Record the DTC Failure Records.
  5. Clear the DTC.
  6. Select TCC Brake Switch on the scan tool.
  7. Disconnect the TCC/Stoplamp Switch connector.

Did the scan tool TCC Brake Switch status change from Closed to Open?

--

Go to Step 3

Go to Step 4

3

Replace the TCC/Stoplamp switch.

Refer to Stop Lamp Switch Replacement in Hydraulic Brakes.

Did you complete the replacement?

--

Go to Step 6

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4

Test the input circuit (CKT 17) of the TCC/Stoplamp switch for a short to voltage between the PCM connector C2-B10 and the TCC/Stoplamp switch connector.

Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

--

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 5

5

Replace the PCM.

Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement/Programming in Engine Controls.

Did you complete the replacement?

--

Go to Step 6

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6

Perform the following procedure to verify the repair:

  1. Select DTC.
  2. Select Clear Info.
  3. Select TCC/Brake switch on the scan tool, and depress the brake pedal.

Does the scan tool TCC Brake switch state change, when the pedal is depressed?

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System OK

Go to Step 1