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Diagnostic Test

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  1. VERIFY THE DTC IS ACTIVE 
    1. Turn the ignition on.
    2. With the scan tool, read and record the DTCs.
    3. With the scan tool, erase the DTCs.
    4. Start the vehicle.
    5. Apply the brake pedal several times.
    6. With the scan tool, read the ABS DTCs.

      Is the DTC active at this time?

      Yes 

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      No 

  2. INSPECT THE BRAKE PEDAL POSITION (BPP) SENSOR FOR INCORRECT INSTALLATION, DAMAGE OR MECHANICAL FAILURE 
    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Check the brake pedal for binding or sticking.
    3. Visually inspect the BPP Sensor for Improper installation, damage or mechanical failure. Refer to SENSOR, STOP LAMP, INSTALLATION .

      Were any problems found?

      Yes 

      No 

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  3. BRAKE PEDAL POSITION (BPP) SENSOR NOT APPLIED VOLTAGE 
    1. Start the engine.
    2. Press the brake pedal several times.
    3. Lightly pull upward on the brake pedal.
    4. With the scan tool, under "Data Display" read the BPP voltage with brake pedal not pressed.

      With the brake pedal not applied, is the BPP voltage between 0.35 volts and 3.5 volts?

      Yes 

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      No 

  4. BRAKE PEDAL POSITION (BPP) SENSOR 
    1. Replace the Brake Pedal Position (BPP) Sensor in accordance with the Service Information. Refer to SENSOR, STOP LAMP, REMOVAL .
    2. Turn the ignition on.
      NOTE:

      When performing the Brake Pedal Calibration routine, make sure the brake pedal is not pressed.

    3. With the scan tool, under "Miscellaneous Functions" run the Brake Pedal Calibration routine.
    4. With the scan tool, erase the DTCs.
    5. With the scan tool, read the DTCs.

      Does the DTC remain active?

      Yes 

      No