DESCRIPTION
The purpose of the stop light switch signal circuit is to prevent the engine from stalling when the brakes are suddenly applied while driving in the lock-up condition.
When the brake pedal is depressed, this switch sends a signal to the ECM. The ECM then cancels the operation of the lock-up clutch while braking is in progress.
| DTC No. | Detection Item | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area | MIL | Memory | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P070312 | Brake Switch "B" Circuit Short to Battery | 1. Diagnosis Condition 2. Malfunction Status 3. Malfunction Time 4. Other
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Comes on | DTC stored | SAE Code: P0724 |
MONITOR DESCRIPTION
This DTC indicates that the stop light switch is remaining on. When the stop light switch remains on during "stop and go" driving, the ECM interprets this as a malfunction of the stop light switch assembly, illuminates the MIL and stores this DTC. The vehicle must STOP (less than 3 km/h (2 mph)) and GO (30 km/h (19 mph) or more) 5 times for 2 consecutive driving cycles in order to store this DTC.
WIRING DIAGRAM
| *a | FL MAIN |
| *b | STOP |
| *c | Stop Light Switch Assembly |
| *d | Battery |
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
Note
Inspect the fuses for circuits related to this system before performing the following inspection procedure.
Perform registration and/or initialization when parts related to the automatic transaxle are replaced.
Tech Tips
After performing repair, clear the DTCs and perform the following procedure to check that DTCs are not output.
Perform the following stop and go drive pattern 5 times:
CAUTION:
Perform the following procedure while strictly observing all traffic laws and speed limits.
Accelerate the vehicle to 30 km/h (19 mph) or more, depress the brake pedal and decelerate the vehicle to 3 km/h (2 mph) or less.
Turn the engine switch off.
Perform step (1) again.
Check for DTCs again.
PROCEDURE
READ VALUE USING GTS (STP SIGNAL)
Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Turn the engine switch on (IG).
Turn the GTS on.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Transmission / Data List.
According to the display on the GTS, read the Data List.
| Tester Display | Measurement Item | Range | Normal Condition | Diagnostic Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stop Light SW | Stop light switch status | ON or OFF |
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- |
| Tester Display |
|---|
| Stop Light SW |
| OK |
|---|
| On the GTS screen, ON or OFF is displayed accordingly. |
Note
In the table above, the conditions listed under "Normal Condition" are reference conditions. Do not depend solely on these reference conditions when deciding whether a part is faulty or not.
| Result | |||
|---|---|---|---|
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| OK |
|
CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS Click here |
| NG |
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CHECK STOP LIGHT SWITCH ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION
Check the stop light switch assembly installation condition.
| OK |
|---|
| Stop light switch assembly is installed correctly. |
| Result | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
| NG |
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REINSTALL STOP LIGHT SWITCH ASSEMBLY CORRECTLY Click here |
| OK |
|
CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (STOP LIGHT SWITCH ASSEMBLY - ECM)
Disconnect the A55 stop light switch connector.
Disconnect the A46 ECM connector.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Standard Resistance | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Result | |||
|---|---|---|---|
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| NG |
|
REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR |
| OK |
|
CHECK STOP LIGHT SWITCH ASSEMBLY
Check the stop light switch assembly.
| Result | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
| OK |
|
REPLACE ECM Click here |
| NG |
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REPLACE STOP LIGHT SWITCH ASSEMBLY Click here |