TSB : Parking Brake Release Switch: Testing and Inspection

Details

PARKING BRAKE SWITCH Component Function Check 1. CHECK PARKING BRAKE SWITCH OPERATION Operate the parking brake pedal. Then check that the brake warning lamp in the combination meter turns ON/ OFF correctly. Is the inspection result normal? YES- INSPECTION END NO- Proceed to diagnosis procedure. Refer to "Diagnosis Procedure" . Diagnosis Procedure 1. CHECK PARKING BRAKE SWITCH Check parking brake switch. Refer to "Component Inspection" . Is the inspection result normal? YES- GO TO 2. NO- Replace parking brake switch. 2. CHECK COMBINATION METER Check if the indication and operation of combination meter are normal. Refer to "Diagnosis Description" Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes . Is the inspection result normal? YES- GO TO 3. NO- Repair or replace combination meter. 3. CHECK DATA MONITOR Select "ABS", "DATA MONITOR" and "PARK BRAKE SW" in order with CONSULT, and perform the parking brake switch inspection. Is the inspection result normal? YES- INSPECTION END NO- Check unified meter and A/C amp. Refer to "CONSULT Function (METER/M&A)" CONSULT Function . Component Inspection 1. CHECK PARKING BRAKE SWITCH 1.Turn the ignition switch OFF. 2.Disconnect parking brake switch connector. 3.Check the continuity between parking brake switch connector and ground. Is the inspection result normal? YES- INSPECTION END NO- Replace parking brake switch.