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Trouble Code 208 (Detection Brake Light Switch Defective)

DETECTION BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH DEFECTIVE
Explanation
The selector lever cannot be engaged in a drive range despite the brake pedal being depressed (only with P/B shift-lock).

Possible Cause
The wire to the control unit Pin 39 is defective.

Troubleshooting
Perform status monitoring. Compare displayed brake light switch to actual situation.

- A voltage of 12 V is applied at Pin 39 when the brake light switch is active
- Ground is applied at Pin 15 when the brake light test switch is active