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For 1990-2009 cars only

Circuit Description

The BCM receives a signal from the brake pedal position sensor through the stop lamp switch signal circuit. The BCM then applies voltage through the stop lamp voltage supply circuit to the PCM, EBCM and the stop lamps.

Conditions for Running the DTC

    • The vehicle has cycled from 0-60 km/h (0-37 mph) 3 times in 1 ignition cycle.
    • Continuous once the previous criteria have been met.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The PCM detects voltage on the stop lamp voltage supply circuit when the circuit should be open.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • The PCM stores the DTC information into memory when the diagnostic runs and fails.
    • The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) will not illuminate.
    • The PCM records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. The PCM stores this information in the Failure Records.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • A last test failed, or current DTC, clears when the diagnostic runs and does not fail.
    • A history DTC will clear after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles, if no failures are reported by this or any other non-emission related diagnostic.
    • Use a scan tool in order to clear the DTC.

Diagnostic Aids

Important: 

   • Verify that the brake pedal position sensor is adjusted properly. Refer to Brake Pedal Position Sensor Calibration Description and Operation .
   • Test drive the vehicle if a switch or circuit condition cannot be located. An intermittent condition may be duplicated during a test drive.
   • For an intermittent, refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems.

Test Description

The number below refers to the step number on the diagnostic table.

  1. This step determines if the fault is present.

Step

Action

Yes

No

Schematic Reference: Exterior Lights Schematics

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

1

Did you perform the Lighting System Diagnostic System Check?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Lighting Systems

2

  1. Connect a scan tool.
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  3. Monitor the stop lamp signal parameter in the cruise control data list.
  4. Do not depress the brake pedal.

Does the stop lamp signal parameter indicate ON?

Go to Step 3

Go to Diagnostic Aids

3

Test for a short to battery positive voltage in the stop lamp voltage supply circuit. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 4

4

Important: After replacing the BCM, perform the setup procedure. Refer to Body Control Module (BCM) Programming/RPO Configuration in Body Control System.

Replace the BCM. Refer to Body Control Module Replacement in Body Control System.

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 5

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5

  1. Use a scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.
  2. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text.

Does the DTC reset?

Go to Step 2

System OK