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DTC P1572: Brake Pedal Switch Circuit

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P1572 - BRAKE PEDAL SWITCH CIRCUIT

Description:  Indicates the brake input rationality test for brake pedal position (BPP) and brake pressure applied (BPA) switches has failed. One or both inputs to the powertrain control module (PCM) did not change state when expected. Note: On vehicles with stability assist, the BPP switch is connected to the anti-lock brake system (ABS) module and the ABS generates a driver brake application (DBA) signal, which is then sent to the PCM.
Possible Causes: 
  • Misadjusted brake switches, BPP or BPA
  • Blown fuse
  • Damaged BPP switch
  • Damaged BPA switch
  • Open or short in the BPP circuit
  • Open or short in the DBA circuit
  • Open or short in the BPA circuit
Diagnostic Aids:  DTC P1572 is set when the PCM does not sense the proper sequence of the brake pedal input signal from both the BPP and BPA switches when the brake pedal is pressed and released.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All - - GO to FD: Brake Pedal Inputs STEP FD2.