Test Description

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The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

3. This DTC detects an open stop lamp switch signal circuit from the stop lamp side of the splice pack to the EBCM.
4. The EBCM sources 5 volts on the stop lamp switch signal circuit. This small voltage has a ground path through the stop lamp bulbs. This DTC sets if the path to ground is open.

Fig 1: DTC C1295 (1 Of 2)
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Fig 2: DTC C1295 (2 Of 2)
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