DTC Advanced Diagnostics: C0040-12
DTC C0040-12: Brake Light Switch Failure (Stuck ON)/Brake Pedal Stroke Sensor Stuck (EBB)
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Initial Diagnosis:
The initial on-board diagnosis occurs right after the vehicle condition is turned to the ON mode, and the ABS/VSA indicator comes on, and continues until the indicator goes off. |
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Regular Diagnosis:
The regular on-board diagnosis begins right after the ABS/VSA indicator goes off, and it continues until the vehicle condition is turned to the OFF (LOCK) mode. |
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Review "How to troubleshoot the VSA system" before doing the DTC troubleshooting procedure. |
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Test-drive the vehicle according to local traffic conditions and regulations. Do not test-drive on a lift unless specified. |
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The possible causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes. |
Confirmation Procedure |
Basic Condition:
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12 volt battery voltage 9.6 - 16.5 V |
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No other DTCs detected |
With the Driving Pattern:
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Start the engine. |
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Test-drive the vehicle under these conditions:
(Be careful of the surrounding traffic conditions.) |
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Vehicle speed at 9 mph (15 km/h) or more for at least 60 seconds |
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Accelerator pedal pressed |
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Brake pedal released | | |
Execution |
Regular Diagnosis |
Duration |
About 60 seconds |
DTC Type |
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1 drive cycle |
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Brake system indicator (amber) on |
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VSA indicator on | |
Fail Safe Action |
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Degrade ABS performance |
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Stop engine drag torque control function |
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Stop TCS function |
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Stop VSA function |
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Stop agile handling assist function |
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Stop brake assist function |
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Stop hill start assist function |
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Stop automatic brake hold function |
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Stop ACC function* |
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Stop CMBS function* | |
Possible Cause |
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Electric brake booster system failure |
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Electric brake booster internal failure |
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Brake pedal installation failure |
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Brake pedal position switch installation failure | | |
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