| DTC Code | DTC Name |
|---|---|
| P0571 | Brake Switch "A" Circuit |
DESCRIPTION
The stop light switch assembly is a duplex system that transmits two signals: STP and ST1-. These two signals are used by the ECM to monitor whether or not the brake system is working properly. If both signals, which indicate the brake pedal is being depressed or released, are detected simultaneously, the ECM interprets this as a malfunction in the stop light switch assembly and stores the DTC.
The normal conditions are as shown in the table below. The signals can be read using the GTS.
| Signal | Brake Pedal Released | In Transition | Brake Pedal Depressed |
|---|---|---|---|
| STP | OFF | ON | ON |
| ST1- | ON | ON | OFF |
[OFF] denotes ground potential.
[ON] denotes battery potential (+B).
On the GTS, both the Data List items Stop Light Switch and ST1 are ON when the brake pedal is depressed because the ST1 indication characteristic is opposite to the Stop Light Switch indication.
| DTC No. | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area |
|---|---|---|
| P0571 | All of the following conditions are met for 3 seconds or more (1 trip detection logic):
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CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
Perform idle learning after replacing the ECM (Click here).
Inspect the fuses for circuits related to this system before performing the following inspection procedure.
Read freeze frame data using the GTS. Freeze frame data records the engine condition when malfunctions are detected. When troubleshooting, freeze frame data can help determine if the vehicle was moving or stationary, if the engine was warmed up or not, if the air fuel ratio was lean or rich, and other data from the time the malfunction occurred.
STP signal conditions can be checked using the GTS.
Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Data List / Stop Light Switch and ST1.
Check the STP signal when the brake pedal is depressed and released.
| Brake Pedal Operation | Stop Light Switch | ST1 |
|---|---|---|
| Depressed | ON | ON |
| Released | OFF | OFF |
PROCEDURE
READ VALUE USING GTS (STOP LIGHT SWITCH)
Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Stop Light Switch.
Read the value displayed on the GTS.
| Standard | ||||||
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CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS (Click here)
CHECK STOP LIGHT SWITCH ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION
Check the stop light switch assembly installation (Click here).
| OK |
|---|
| Stop light switch assembly is installed correctly. |
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| OK (for Bulb Type Stop Light) | A |
| OK (for LED Type Stop Light) | B |
| NG | C |
SECURELY REINSTALL STOP LIGHT SWITCH ASSEMBLY (Click here)
CHECK TERMINAL VOLTAGE (STOP LIGHT SWITCH ASSEMBLY)
Disconnect the stop light switch assembly connector.
Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Standard Voltage | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| *a | Front view of wire harness connector (to Stop Light Switch Assembly) |
REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR (STOP LIGHT SWITCH ASSEMBLY - BATTERY)
INSPECT STOP LIGHT SWITCH ASSEMBLY
Inspect the stop light switch assembly (Click here).
REPLACE STOP LIGHT SWITCH ASSEMBLY (Click here)
CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (STOP LIGHT SWITCH ASSEMBLY - ECM)
Disconnect the A89 stop light switch assembly connector.
Disconnect the A93 ECM connector.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Standard Resistance | |||||||||||||||
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REPLACE ECM (Click here)
REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR
CHECK TERMINAL VOLTAGE (STOP LIGHT SWITCH ASSEMBLY)
Disconnect the stop light switch assembly connector.
Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Standard Voltage | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| *a | Front view of wire harness connector (to Stop Light Switch Assembly) |
REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR (STOP LIGHT SWITCH ASSEMBLY - BATTERY)
INSPECT STOP LIGHT SWITCH ASSEMBLY
Inspect the stop light switch assembly (Click here).
REPLACE STOP LIGHT SWITCH ASSEMBLY (Click here)
CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (STOP LIGHT SWITCH ASSEMBLY - ECM)
Disconnect the A83 stop light switch assembly connector.
Disconnect the A93 ECM connector.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Standard Resistance | |||||||||||||||
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REPLACE ECM (Click here)
REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR