C0277
DTC C0277 or C0890
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 Descriptors
DTC C0277 06
- Brake Pedal Position Sensor Circuit Short to Ground or Open
DTC C0277 07
- Brake Pedal Position Sensor Circuit Voltage Above Threshold
DTC C0277 09
- Brake Pedal Position Sensor Circuit Rate of Change Above Threshold
DTC C0277 4B
- Brake Pedal Position Sensor Calibration Not Learned
DTC C0890 03
- Voltage Below Threshold
DTC C0890 07
- Voltage Above Threshold
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 brake apply sensor signal circuit to the BCM. In response to this signal, the BCM applies battery positive voltage to the stop lamps, center high mounted stop lamp (CHMSL), transmission control module (TCM), and engine control module (ECM). The stop lamps will not operate unless the ignition is in the ON position.
Conditions for Running the DTC
* Battery voltage must be between 9-16 volts.
* Brakes APPLIED.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
C0277 06
The BCM detects a short to ground or open on the brake apply sensor signal circuit, or a short to ground or an open in the brake position sensor 5-volt reference circuit.
C0277 07
The BCM detects short to voltage on the brake apply sensor signal circuit.
C0277 09
The BCM detects the brake pedal position sensor reading is erroneous.
C0277 4B
The BCM detect that the brake pedal position sensor home position is not learned.
C0890 03
The BCM detects a short to ground in the brake position sensor 5-volt reference circuit.
C0890 07
The BCM detects a short to voltage in the brake position sensor 5-volt reference circuit.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
* The Service Vehicle Soon indicator is commanded ON.
* If the DTC sets while the vehicle is running, the BCM will activate the brake lights when the vehicles transmission is not in the PARK position and the vehicle is not accelerating.
* For DTC C0277 4B, the stop lamps may not activate at the expected brake pedal positions.
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
* The condition responsible for setting the DTC no longer exists.
* For DTC C0277 4B, a successful brake pedal position sensor calibration has been performed.
* A DTC will not clear the current status until the next ignition cycle.
* A history DTC will clear once 100 consecutive malfunction-free ignition cycles have occurred.
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Exterior Lights Schematics (Exterior Lights Schematics)
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 (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 (Programming and Relearning) for scan tool information
Circuit/System Testing
C0277 06 and C0277 07, C0890 03, and C0890 07
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the brake pedal position sensor.
2. Ignition OFF, verify that a test lamp illuminates between B+ and the low reference circuit terminal C.
• If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the low reference circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM.
3. Ignition ON, test for 4.8-5.2 volts between the 5-volt reference circuit terminal A and ground.
• If less than the specified range, test the 5-volt reference circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM.
• If greater than the specified range, test the 5-volt reference circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM.
4. Verify the scan tool BPP Sensor parameter is less than 100 counts.
• If greater than the specified value, test the signal circuit terminal B for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM.
5. Install a 3A fused jumper wire between the signal circuit terminal B and the 5-volt reference circuit terminal A. Verify the scan tool BPP Sensor parameter is greater than 400 counts.
• If less than the specified range, test the signal circuit for short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM.
6. If all circuits test normal, test or replace the brake pedal position sensor.
C0277 09
1. Replace the brake pedal position sensor.
2. Perform the brake pedal position sensor recalibration procedure. Refer to Brake Pedal Position Sensor Calibration ().
3. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running and Setting the DTC and verify the DTC does not reset.
• If the DTC resets, replace the BCM.
C0277 4B
1. Verify that the DTC sets under the Conditions for Running and Setting.
2. Perform the brake pedal position sensor recalibration procedure. Refer to Brake Pedal Position Sensor Calibration ().
3. Operate the vehicle within the conditions that the customer experienced and verify the DTC does not reset.
• If the DTC resets, replace the brake pedal position sensor.
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification (Verification Tests) after completing the diagnostic procedure.
* Brake Pedal Position Sensor Replacement ()
* Brake Pedal Position Sensor Calibration ()
* Control Module References (Programming and Relearning) for BCM replacement, setup, and programming