C0297

DTC C0297

Diagnostic Instructions

* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle (Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview) prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
* Review Strategy Based Diagnosis (Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview) for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
* Diagnostic Procedure Instructions (Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview) provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptor
DTC C0297 00
- Brake Applied Output Circuit

Diagnostic Fault Information





Circuit/System Description

The body control module (BCM) provides a 5-volt reference voltage and a low reference signal to the brake pedal position sensor (BPPS). When the brake pedal is applied, the BPPS sends a variable voltage signal, that will increase as the brake pedal is applied, through the stop lamp switch signal circuit to the BCM. The BCM then applies a signal through the stop lamp switch signal circuit to the engine control module (ECM) and transmission control module (TCM).

Conditions for Running the DTC

* The engine must be ON.
* The brake must be applied.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The BCM detects a short to ground in the stop lamp switch signal circuit.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

* The BCM stores the DTC to memory.
* The Service Vehicle Soon indicator is commanded ON.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

A history DTC will clear once 100 consecutive malfunction-free ignition cycles have occurred.

Reference Information
Schematic Reference

* Exterior Lights Schematics (Exterior Lights Schematics)
* Engine Controls Schematics (Electrical Diagrams)

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views (Connector Views)
Description and Operation

Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation (Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation)
Electrical Information Reference

* Circuit Testing (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
* Connector Repairs (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
* Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
* Wiring Repairs (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References (Programming and Relearning) for scan tool information

Circuit/System Verification

Ignition ON, press and release the brake pedal. The stop lamps should illuminate then go out.

Circuit/System Testing

1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the TCM and the X1 harness connector at the ECM.
2. Connect a test lamp between the TCM signal circuit terminal 16 and ground.
3. Ignition ON, press and release the brake pedal. The test lamp should turn ON and OFF when pressing and releasing the brake pedal.

• If the test lamp is always ON, test the signal circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit test normal, replace the BCM.
• If the test lamp is always OFF, test the signal circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit test normal, replace the BCM.

4. Ignition OFF, connect the harness connector at the TCM.
5. Connect a test lamp between the ECM signal circuit terminal 7 and ground.
6. Ignition ON, press and release the brake pedal. The test lamp should turn ON and OFF when pressing and releasing the brake pedal.

• If the test lamp is always OFF, test the signal circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit test normal, replace the TCM.

7. If all circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification (Verification Tests) after completing the diagnostic procedure.

Control Module References (Programming and Relearning) for BCM, ECM, and TCM replacement, setup, and programming