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DTC 49: Stoplight Switch (1998 Tercel): Testing

  1. Depress brake pedal. Check stoplight operation. If stoplight bulbs illuminate, go to next step. Replace stoplight bulb if necessary and recheck.
  2. Remove ABS ECU with connectors still connected. Depress brake pedal. Check voltage by backprobing Green/White wire at ECU connector A12 terminal No. 19. If voltage is not 8-14 volts, go to next step.
  3. Check for open in Green/White wire between stoplight switch terminal No. 1 and ECU connector A12 terminal No. 19. See WIRING DIAGRAMS . Repair wiring if necessary. If no problems are found, perform appropriate ECU pin voltage test under PIN VOLTAGE .