C0297

DTC C0297

Diagnostic Instructions

* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.

* Review Strategy Based Diagnosis Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.

* Diagnostic Procedure Instructions Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptor

DTC C0297 02
- Brake Applied Output Circuit Short to Ground

Diagnostic Fault Information






Circuit/System Description

The brake pedal position sensor is used to sense the action of the driver application of the brake pedal. The brake pedal position sensor provides an analog voltage signal that will increase as the brake pedal is applied. The body control module (BCM) provides a low reference signal and a 5 V reference voltage to the brake pedal position sensor. When the variable signal reaches a voltage threshold indicating the brakes have been applied, the BCM will apply battery voltage to the right and left stop lamp control circuits, engine control module (ECM), and center high mounted stop lamp control circuit.

Conditions for Running the DTC

* Battery voltage must be between 9-16 V.

* Brakes APPLIED.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The BCM detects a short to ground or an open/high resistance on the brake applied signal circuit.

Actions Taken When the DTC Sets

* The BCM stores the DTC to memory.

* The Service Brake Assist indicator is commanded ON.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

* The condition responsible for setting the DTC no longer exists.

* A history DTC will clear once 50 consecutive malfunction-free ignition cycles have occurred.

Diagnostic Aids

Verify that the brake pedal position sensor is properly calibrated.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Exterior Lights Schematics Exterior Lights Schematics

Connector End View Reference

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Description and Operation

Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation Exterior Lighting Systems

Electrical Information Reference

* Circuit Testing Circuit Testing

* Connector Repairs Connector Repairs

* Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections

* Wiring Repairs Wiring Repairs

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References Control Module References for scan tool information

Circuit/System Testing

1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the X1 harness connector at the K20 engine control module.

2. Connect a test lamp between the appropriate signal circuit terminal listed below and ground, ignition ON.

* Terminal 7 - with LSA

* Terminal 9 - with L99/LS3

* Terminal 57 - with LFX

3. Verify the test lamp turns ON and OFF while pressing and releasing the brake pedal.

• If the test lamp is always OFF

1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the X5 harness connector at the K9 body control module.

2. Test for infinite resistance between the signal circuit and ground.

• If less than infinite resistance, repair the short to ground on the circuit.

• If infinite resistance

3. Test for less than 2 ohms in the signal circuit end to end.

• If 2 ohms or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit.

• If less than 2 ohms, replace the K9 body control module.

• If the test lamp is always ON

1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the X5 harness connector at the K9 body control module, ignition ON.

2. Test for less than 1 V between the signal circuit terminal and ground.

• If 1 V or greater, repair the short to voltage on the circuit.

• If less than 1 V, replace the K9 body control module.

• If the test lamp turns ON and OFF

4. Replace the K20 engine control module.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification Verification Tests after completing the repair.

* Brake Pedal Position Sensor Calibration Brake Pedal Position Sensor Calibration

* Control Module References Control Module References for BCM or ECM replacement, programming, and setup