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Component Inspection

■ Brake Light Switch Check 

  1. Connect GDS to Data Link Connector. (DLC)
  2. IG "ON".
  3. Monitor brake switch related parameter in the "Current Data  " with GDS while stepping on the pedal in Engine System.

    Specification:  Refer to Fig 1

    Fig 1: Brake Light Switch Data - Screen Display
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  4. Does parameter value displayed changes as step on the brake pedal?

    YES 

    • Fault might be intermittent caused by poor connection in brake light switch harness and/or HECU's connector. Go to "Verification Of Vehicle Repair" procedure.

    NO 

    • Substitute with a known-good brake light switch and check for proper operation. If problem is corrected, replace brake light switch and then go to "Verification Of Vehicle Repair" procedure.