Circuit Description
The stop lamp switch signal circuit is a direct hardwire input to the throttle actuator control (TAC) module from the body control module (BCM). The TAC module monitors the stop lamp switch signal circuit in order to detect when the brake pedal has been applied. When the brake pedal is pressed, the BCM sends a class 2 serial data message to the powertrain control module (PCM) indicating that the brake pedal has been applied. The BCM also sends a high voltage signal on the stop lamp switch signal circuit to the TAC module. The TAC module sends a UART serial data message to the PCM indicating that a brake pedal application has occurred. The PCM will compare the UART serial data message and the class 2 serial data message in order to confirm that both serial data messages match.
Conditions for Running the DTC
| • | DTC P0573 is not set. |
| • | The engine speed is greater than 700 RPM. |
| • | The traction control system or the antilock brake system are not active and have not failed. |
| • | The vehicle speed is greater than 48 km/h (30 mph) in order to enable the diagnostic. |
| The diagnostic will disable when the wheel speed is less than 16 km/h (10 mph). |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
| • | The (PCM) detects that there is a 4.2 km/h (2.6 mph) or greater decrease in vehicle speed within 0.25 seconds. |
| • | The TAC module does not detect a voltage signal on the stop lamp switch signal circuit. |
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The cruise control system is disabled. |
| • | The PCM stores the DTC information into memory when the diagnostic runs and fails. |
| • | The multifunction 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 MIL/DTC
| • | A last test failed, or the current DTC, clears when the diagnostic runs and does not fail. |
| • | A history DTC clears after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles, if failures are not reported by this or any other emission related diagnostic. |
| • | Use a scan tool in order to clear the MIL/DTC. |
Diagnostic Aids
In order to avoid a misdiagnosis, inspect for proper operation of the stop lamps. Refer to Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in Lighting Systems.
For an intermittent condition, refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems.
Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
Schematic Reference : Cruise Control Schematics Connector End View Reference: Powertrain Control Module Connector End Views in Engine Controls -- 3.8 L (L26 and L32) | |||
1 | Did you perform the Cruise Control Diagnostic System Check? | Go to Step 2 | |
2 | Is DTC P0573 current in the PCM? | Go to DTC P0573 in Lighting Systems | Go to Step 3 |
3 | Do the stop lamps operate properly? | Go to Step 4 | Go to Stop Lamps Inoperative in Lighting Systems |
4 |
Does the Stoplamp Status parameter display On? | Go to Step 5 | Go to Diagnostic Aids |
5 | Test the stop lamp switch signal circuit for an open or for a high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 6 |
6 | Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the TAC module. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and to Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 7 |
7 | Replace the TAC module. Refer to Throttle Body Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls -- 3.8L (L26 and L32). Did you complete the replacement? | Go to Step 8 | -- |
8 |
Does the DTC reset? | Go to Step 2 | System OK |
