2006 model

Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
Check the BRAKE SWITCH in the DATA LIST with the HDS.
Does it indicate OFF?
1. YES -Go to step 3.
2. NO -Inspect the brake pedal position switch (see BRAKE PEDAL AND BRAKE PEDAL POSITION SWITCH ADJUSTMENT ).
Press the brake pedal, and check the BRAKE SWITCH in the DATA LIST with the HDS.
Does it change to ON?
1. YES -The brake pedal position switch signal circuit (BKSW line) is OK.
2. NO -Go to step 4.
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
Jump the SCS line with the HDS.
Disconnect the brake pedal position switch 4P connector.
Disconnect ECM/PCM connector E (31P).
Check for continuity between ECM/PCM connector terminal E8 and body ground.

Fig 1: Checking Continuity Between ECM/PCM Connector Terminal E8 And Body Ground
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Is there continuity?
1. YES -Repair short in the wire between the ECM/PCM (E8) and the No. 13 HORN, STOP (20 A) fuse. Replace the No. 13 HORN, STOP (20 A) fuse.
2. NO -Go to step 9.
Check for continuity between ECM/PCM connector terminal E8 and brake pedal position switch 4P connector terminal No. 2.

Fig 2: Checking Continuity Between ECM/PCM Connector Terminal 8 And Brake Pedal Position Switch 4P Connector Terminal 2
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Is there continuity?
1. YES -Repair open in the wire between the brake pedal position switch and the No. 13 HORN, STOP (20 A) fuse. Inspect the brake pedal position switch (see BRAKE PEDAL AND BRAKE PEDAL POSITION SWITCH ADJUSTMENT ).
2. NO -Repair open in the wire between the ECM/PCM (E8) and the brake pedal position switch.