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DTC P0504 Brake Switch "A"/"B" Correlation: Description

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The stop light switch is a duplex system that transmits two signals: STP and ST1-. These two signals are used by the ECM to monitor whether or not the brake system is working properly. If signals which indicate the brake pedal is being depressed and released are detected simultaneously, the ECM interprets this as a malfunction in the stop light switch and stores the DTC.

HINT:

The normal conditions are as shown in the table below. The signals can be read using the Techstream.

BRAKE PEDAL REFERENCE

Signal Brake Pedal Released In Transition Brake Pedal Depressed
STP OFF ON ON
ST1- ON ON OFF
DTC DETECTION CONDITION CHART

DTC No. DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area
P0504 All of the following conditions continue for 0.5 seconds or more (1 trip detection logic):
  1. The ignition switch is ON.
  2. The brake pedal is released.
  3. The STP signal is OFF when the ST1- signal is OFF.
  • Short in stop light switch signal circuit
  • STOP fuse
  • Stop light switch assembly
  • ECM