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Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2005 🢒 Sunfire 🢒 Brakes 🢒 Hydraulic Brakes 🢒 DTC P0719

Object Number: 1415877 Size: LF
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Circuit Description

The brake switch indicates brake pedal status to the powertrain control module (PCM). The normally-closed brake switch supplies ignition voltage to the PCM. Applying the brake pedal opens the switch, interrupting voltage to the PCM. Releasing the brake pedal resumes voltage to the PCM. When the PCM senses 0 volts at the brake switch input, the PCM de-energizes the torque converter clutch (TCC) solenoid valve.

When the PCM detects an open brake switch, stuck ON, during accelerations, then DTC P0719 sets. DTC P0719 is a type C DTC.

DTC Descriptor

This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:

DTC P0719 Brake Switch Circuit Low Voltage

Conditions for Running the DTC

No VSS DTCs P0502 or P0503.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

DTC P0719 sets if the PCM detects an open brake switch or circuit, 0 volts, for 15 minutes and the following conditions occur eight times:

    • The vehicle speed is less than 8 km/h (5 mph);
    • then, the vehicle speed is 8-32 km/h (5-20 mph) for 3 seconds;
    • then, the vehicle speed is greater than 32 km/h (20 mph) for 6 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets
    • The PCM does not illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL).
    • The PCM disregards the brake switch input for TCC scheduling. The PCM then uses throttle position and vehicle speed inputs to determine TCC application and release. Use of these inputs may result in a noticeable harsh apply or abrupt release of the TCC.
    • The PCM records the operating conditions when the Conditions for Setting the DTC are met. The PCM stores this information as Failure Records.
    • The PCM stores DTC P0719 in PCM history.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC
    • A scan tool can clear the DTC.
    • The PCM clears the DTC from PCM history if the vehicle completes 40 warm-up cycles without a non-emission related diagnostic fault occurring.
    • The PCM cancels the DTC default actions when the fault no longer exists and the DTC passes.

Test Description

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. Disconnecting the brake switch connector jumping the circuit, and observing a status change, isolates the brake switch as the source of the DTC.

    2.

  2. If the ignition 1 voltage circuit shorts to ground, the ERLS fuse opens.

    3.

  3. If the stop lamp switch is properly adjusted, then the stop lamp switch must be replaced.

    4.

  4. Replace the PCM only after you have completed the preceding diagnostic steps.

Step

Action

Yes

No

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information

2

  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.

    3. Important: Before clearing the DTC, use the scan tool in order to record the Failure Records. Using the Clear Info function erases the Failure Records from the PCM.

  3. Record the DTC Failure Records.
  4. Clear the DTC.
  5. Select TCC Brake Switch on the scan tool.
  6. Disconnect the brake switch connector.
  7. Using the J 35616 GM-approved terminal test kit, install a fused jumper wire between the ignition 1 voltage circuit and the TCC brake / cruise control release signal circuit of the brake switch connector.

Did the brake switch status change from Open to Closed?

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 3

3

  1. Remove the ERLS fuse.
  2. Inspect the fuse for an open.

Refer to Circuit Protection - Fuses in Wiring Systems.

Is the fuse open?

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 6

4

Important: The condition that affects this circuit may exist in other connecting branches of the circuit. Refer to Power Distribution Schematics in Wiring Systems for complete circuit distribution.

Test the ignition 1 voltage circuit of the brake switch for a short to a ground.

Refer to Testing for Short to Ground and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 9

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5

  1. Inspect the stop lamp switch for proper adjustment.
  2. Adjust the stop lamp switch as necessary.

Refer to Stop Lamp Switch Adjustment in Lighting Systems.

Did the stop lamp switch require adjustment?

Go to Step 9

Go to Step 7

6
  1. Test the ignition 1 voltage circuit of the brake switch for an open.
  2. Test the signal circuit of the TCC brake / cruise control release switch for an open.

Refer to Testing for Continuity and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct a condition?

Go to Step 9

Go to Step 8

7

Replace the stop lamp switch.

Refer to Stop Lamp Switch Replacement in Lighting Systems.

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 9

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8

Replace the PCM.

Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup, and programming.

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 9

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9

Perform the following procedure in order to verify the repair:

  1. Select DTC.
  2. Select Clear Info.
  3. Operate the vehicle under the following conditions:
    4. 3.1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
    3.2. Apply and release the brake pedal.
    3.3. The PCM must receive 12 volts, brake switch closed, on the circuit for 2 seconds.
  4. Select Specific DTC.
  5. Enter DTC P0719.

Has the test run and passed?

Go to Step 10

Go to Step 2

10

With the scan tool, observe the stored information, capture info and DTC info.

Does the scan tool display any DTCs that you have not diagnosed?

Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information

System OK