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DTC P0504 Brake Switch "A"/"B" Correlation: Description

In addition to turning on the stop lights, the stop light switch signals are used for a variety of engine, transmission and suspension functions. The stop light switch is designed with 2 complementary signal outputs, STP and ST1-. The ECM analyzes these signal outputs to detect malfunctions in the stop light switch.

HINT:

Normal condition is as shown in the table below.

NORMAL CONDITION

Signal Brake Pedal Released In Transition Brake Pedal Depressed
STP OFF ON ON
ST1- ON ON OFF
DTC DETECTION CONDITION CHART

DTC No. DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area
P0504 Conditions (a), (b) and (c) continue for 0 5 seconds or more
  1. Ignition switch ON
  2. Brake pedal released
  3. STP signal is OFF when the ST1- signal is OFF
  • Short in stop light switch signal circuit
  • STOP light fuse
  • Stop light switch assembly
  • ECM