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P0573 - Brake Switch A Circuit High

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P0573 - BRAKE SWITCH A CIRCUIT HIGH

Description:  This DTC indicates the brake switch is stuck in the OFF position.
Possible Causes: 
  • Open or short in the brake pedal position (BPP) circuit
  • Open or short in the stoplamp circuits
  • Damaged brake switch
  • Incorrectly adjusted brake switch
Diagnostic Aids:  Using the scan tool, check the BOO1 PID. The BOO1 PID should toggle ON and OFF with brake pedal activation.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
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