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Parking Brake Warning Switch: Testing and Inspection




Parking Brake Switch Test

NOTE: If both the ABS/VSA indicator and the brake system indicator come on at the same time, check the VSA system for DTC's first. Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview

1. Remove the center console.

2. Disconnect the parking brake switch connector (A) from the parking brake switch (B).
NOTE: The illustration shows all except SC model.

3. Check for continuity between the switch terminal (C) and body ground.
- With the parking brake lever pulled, there should be continuity.

- With the parking brake lever released, there should be no continuity.

NOTE: If the parking brake switch and the fluid level switch are OK, but the brake system indicator does not function, do the gauge control module self-diagnostic function. Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview

4. Reconnect the parking brake switch connector.

5. Reinstall the center console.