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Circuit Description

The body control module (BCM) applies a ground through the brake sensor reference low circuit to the brake pedal position sensor. The BCM supplies a 10-volt reference through the brake sensor reference voltage circuit to the brake pedal position sensor. When the brake pedal is being applied, the brake pedal position sensor then sends a variable voltage signal through the brake sensor signal circuit to the BCM.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The battery voltage must be between 9.0-16.0 volts.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

    • A short to ground or an open in the stop lamp switch signal circuit is present.
    • A open in the 10 volt reference circuit of the brake pedal position sensor.
    • A short to ground in the I/P dimmer control circuit.
    • A malfunctioning brake pedal position sensor or BCM.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The stop lamps will turn on steady.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • The DTC will clear on current status after the condition for setting the fault is corrected.
    • A history DTC will clear after 100 consecutive ignition cycles without a fault present.
    • A History or current DTC can be cleared using a scan tool.

Diagnostic Aids

Perform a visual inspection for loose or poor connections at all related components. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems.

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Action

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Schematic Reference: Exterior Lights Schematics

Connector End View Reference: Master Electrical Component List in Wiring Systems

1

Did you perform the Lighting System Diagnostic System Check?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Lighting Systems

2

  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  3. With a scan tool, observe the brake current position sensor parameter in the data list for the BCM control module.
  4. Apply and release the brake pedal.

Does the scan tool display a change in the voltage?

Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems

Go to Step 3

3

Test for a poor connection or an open in the stop lamp switch signal circuit. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 11

Go to Step 4

4

Test for a poor connection or an open in the 10-volt reference circuit. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 11

Go to Step 5

5

Test for a short to ground in the I/P dimming voltage reference circuit. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 11

Go to Step 6

6

Inspect for a high resistance or a poor connection at the harness connector of the brake position sensor. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 11

7

Important: Always recalibrate the brake pedal position sensor after replacing the brake position sensor. Refer to Brake Pedal Position Sensor Calibration Description and Operation .

Replace the brake pedal position sensor. Refer to Brake Pedal Position Sensor Replacement .

Did you complete the repair?

Go to Step 8

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8

  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  3. Apply and release the brake pedal.

Does DTC C0283 reset?

Go to Step 9

Go to Step 11

9

Inspect for a high resistance or a poor connection at the harness connector of the BCM. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 11

Go to Step 10

10

Important: After replacing the BCM, perform the setup procedure. Refer to Body Control Module (BCM) Programming/RPO Configuration in Body Control System.

Replace the body control module. Refer to Body Control Module Replacement in Body Control System.

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 11

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11

  1. Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.
  2. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC.

Does the DTC reset?

Go to Step 2

System OK