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Braking Sensor/Switch: Testing and Inspection





BRAKE CONTROL / DYNAMIC CONTROL SYSTEMS: BRAKE PEDAL LOAD SENSING SWITCH: ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

1. INSPECT BRAKE PEDAL LOAD SENSING SWITCH

(a) Make sure that there is no looseness in the locking part and the connecting part of the connector.





(b) Disconnect the brake pedal load sensing switch connector.

(c) Check both the connector case and the terminal for deformation and corrosion.

OK:

No deformation or corrosion.

NOTICE:
* Do not remove the brake pedal load sensing switch from the brake pedal support assembly.
* When there is a malfunction in the brake pedal load sensing switch, replace the brake pedal support assembly.

(d) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Resistance:





Text in Illustration





If the result is not as specified, replace the brake pedal load sensing switch (brake pedal support assembly).