Parking Brake Warning Switch: Testing and Inspection

Parking Brake Switch Test
A/T Models:





1. Disconnect the parking brake switch connector (A) from the switch (B).
2. Check for continuity between the positive terminal (C) and body ground.
^ With the parking brake pedal pressed, there should be continuity.
^ With the parking brake pedal released, there should be no continuity.

NOTE (Canada): If the parking brake switch is OK, but the brake system indicator does not function, do the input test for the daytime running lights control unit.

M/T Models:





1. Remove the rear console, then disconnect the parking brake switch connector (A) from the switch (B).





2. Check for continuity between the positive terminal (A) and body ground.
^ With the parking brake lever up, there should be continuity.
^ With the parking lever down, there should be no continuity.

NOTE (Canada): If the parking brake switch is OK, but the brake system indicator does not function, do the input test for the daytime running lights control unit.