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DTC P0504-2B: Brake Switch "A"/"B" Signal Cross Coupled [12/2019 - 10/2022]: Description

The stop light switch assembly is a duplex system that transmits two signals: STP and ST1-. These two signals are used by the ECM to monitor whether or not the brake system is working properly. If the signals, which indicate the brake pedal is being depressed and released, are detected simultaneously, the ECM interprets this as a malfunction in the stop light switch assembly and stores this DTC.

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The normal signal conditions are as shown in the table below.

Signal (ECM Terminal) Brake Pedal Released In Transition Brake Pedal Depressed
STP OFF ON ON
ST1- ON ON OFF

On the GTS, Data List item Stop Light SW is ON when the brake pedal is depressed.

DTC No. Detection Item DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area MIL Memory Note
P0504-2B Brake Switch "A"/"B" Signal Cross Coupled Conditions (a) and (b) are met for 0.5 seconds or more (1 trip detection logic):
(a) Ignition switch ON
(b) STP signal OFF when ST1- signal OFF
  • Open or short in stop light switch signal circuit
  • Stop light switch assembly
  • Instrument panel junction block assembly
  • ECM
Does not come on DTC stored SAE Code: P0504
DTC for Mexico Models:
- Applies