Circuit Description
The body control module (BCM) applies a ground through the brake pedal position sensor reference low circuit to the brake pedal position sensor (BPPS). The BCM supplies a 10-volt reference through the brake pedal sensor reference voltage circuit to the BPPS. When the brake pedal is being applied, the brake pedal sensor then sends a variable voltage signal through the BPPS signal circuit to the BCM.
DTC Descriptor
This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:
DTC C0283 Brake Pedal Position Sensor Circuit Low
Conditions for Running the DTC
The battery voltage must be between 9.0-16.0 volts.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
| • | An open or a short to battery positive voltage or ground on the low reference circuit is present. |
| • | A short to ground or an open in the stop lamp switch signal circuit is present. |
| • | A open or a short to ground in the 10-volt reference circuit of the brake pedal position sensor. |
| • | A short to ground or a short to battery positive in the I/P dimmer control circuit. |
| • | A malfunctioning brake pedal position sensor or BCM. |
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
The stop lamps will turn on steady.
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
| • | The DTC will clear on current status after the condition for setting the fault is corrected. |
| • | A history DTC will clear after 100 consecutive ignition cycles without a fault present. |
| • | A History or current DTC can be cleared using a scan tool. |
Diagnostic Aids
Perform a visual inspection for loose or poor connections at all related components. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections .
Step | Action | Yes | No | ||||||||
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Schematic Reference: Exterior Lights Schematics Connector End View Reference: Master Electrical Component List | |||||||||||
1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? | Go to Step 2 | |||||||||
2 |
Does the scan tool display a change in the voltage? | Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections | Go to Step 3 | ||||||||
3 | Test for the following in the stop lamp switch signal circuit:
Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 4 | ||||||||
4 | Test for the following in the 10-volt reference circuit:
Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 5 | ||||||||
5 | Test for a short to ground or a short to battery positive in the instrument panel (I/P) dimming voltage reference circuit. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 6 | ||||||||
6 | Inspect for a high resistance or a poor connection at the harness connector of the brake pedal position sensor. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 11 | ||||||||
7 |
Important: Always recalibrate the brake pedal position sensor after replacing the brake pedal position sensor. Refer to Brake Pedal Position Sensor Calibration . Replace the brake pedal position sensor. Refer to Brake Pedal Position Sensor Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 8 | -- | ||||||||
8 |
Does DTC C0283 reset? | Go to Step 9 | Go to Step 11 | ||||||||
9 | Inspect for a high resistance or a poor connection at the harness connector of the BCM. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 10 | ||||||||
10 | Replace the BCM. Refer to Control Module References for replacement, setup, and programming. Did you complete the replacement? | Go to Step 11 | -- | ||||||||
11 |
Does the DTC reset? | Go to Step 2 | System OK | ||||||||
