For 1990-2009 cars

## DTC P0724 Brake Switch Circuit High Input 3.8L VIN 1

Automatic Transmission Components
Brake Switch, Solenoids, and TFT Sensor
OBD II Symbol Description Notice
Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice

### Circuit Description

The Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) brake switch reports brake pedal status to the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). The brake switch indicates that the brake pedal is either applied or released. This normally-closed switch supplies battery voltage on circuit 420 to the PCM. Applying the brake pedal opens the brake switch, interrupting voltage to the PCM. When the PCM receives 0 volts at the brake switch input, the PCM turns OFF the TCC Solenoid Valve.

When the PCM detects a closed brake switch (stuck OFF) during deceleration, then DTC P0724 sets. DTC P0724 is a type D DTC.

### Conditions for Setting the DTC

• | No VSS DTC P0502

• | The vehicle speed is greater than 32 km/h (20 mph) for 6 seconds.

• | The vehicle speed decreases to 8 km/h (5 mph) and takes 4 seconds.

• | The vehicle speed is less than 8 km/h (5 mph).

• | The above conditions must occur 7 times with the brake switch continuously OFF, and without the PCM receiving a voltage input for 2 seconds.

### Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The PCM does not illuminate the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL).

### Conditions for Clearing the DTC

A scan tool can clear the DTC from the PCM history. The PCM clears the DTC from the PCM history if the vehicle completes 40 warm-up cycles without a failure reported.

### Diagnostic Aids

• | Ensure that the TCC brake switch is properly adjusted.

• | Check PCM calibration for a current update.

• | Inspect the wiring for poor electrical connections at the PCM. Inspect the wiring at the transmission 7-way connector. Look for the following conditions:

- | A bent terminal

- | A backed out terminal

- | A damaged terminal

- | Poor terminal tension

- | A chafed wire

- | A broken wire inside the insulation

• | When diagnosing for an intermittent short or open condition, massage the wiring harness while watching the test equipment for a change.

### Test Description

The step number below refers to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

1. A scan tool display that changes from Closed to Open when the brake switch is disconnected indicates a faulty brake switch.

#### DTC P0724 TCC Brake Switch Circuit High

Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No
--- | --- | --- | --- | ---
1 | Was the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check performed? | -- | Go to Step 2 | Go to Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check
2 |

1. Install the scan tool (tech 1) .
2. With the engine OFF, turn the ignition switch to the RUN position.

Important: Before clearing the DTCs, use the scan tool in order to record the Failure Records for reference. The Clear Info function will erase the data.

3. Record the DTC Failure Records.
4. Select Brake Switch on the scan tool.
5. Disconnect the brake switch connector.

Did the brake switch status change from Closed to Open?

--

Go to Step 3

Go to Step 4

3 | Replace the TCC brake switch. Refer to Brake Switch Replacement, Section 5. Is the replacement complete? | -- | Go to Step 6 | --
4 | Inspect circuit 420 for a short to power. Repair circuit 420 if necessary. Refer to Troubleshooting Procedures, Section 8. Did you find and correct a problem? | -- | Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 5
5 | Replace the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement/Programming , Section 6. Is the replacement complete? | -- | Go to Step 6 | --
6 | In order to verify your repair, perform the following procedure:

1. Select DTC.
2. Select Clear Info.
3. Operate the vehicle under the following conditions:

• | Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position.

• | The TCC brake switch must be ON for more than 2 seconds.

4. Select Specific DTC. Enter DTC P0724.

Has the test run and passed?

--

System OK

Begin the diagnosis again. Go to Step 1

## DTC P0724 Brake Switch Circuit High Input 3.8L VIN K

Automatic Transmission Components
Brake Switch, Solenoids, and TFT Sensor
OBD II Symbol Description Notice
Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice

### Circuit Description

The Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) brake switch reports brake pedal status to the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). The brake switch indicates that the brake pedal is either applied or released. This normally-closed switch supplies battery voltage on circuit 420 to the PCM. Applying the brake pedal opens the brake switch, interrupting voltage to the PCM. When the PCM receives 0 volts at the brake switch input, the PCM turns OFF the TCC Solenoid Valve.

When the PCM detects a closed brake switch (stuck OFF) during deceleration, then DTC P0724 sets. DTC P0724 is a type D DTC.

### Conditions for Setting the DTC

• | No VSS DTC P0502

• | The vehicle speed is greater than 32 km/h (20 mph) for 6 seconds.

• | The vehicle speed decreases to 8 km/h (5 mph) and takes 4 seconds.

• | The vehicle speed is less than 8 km/h (5 mph).

• | The above conditions must occur 7 times with the brake switch continuously OFF, and without the PCM receiving a voltage input for 2 seconds.

### Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The PCM does not illuminate the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL).

### Conditions for Clearing the DTC

A scan tool can clear the DTC from the PCM history. The PCM clears the DTC from the PCM history if the vehicle completes 40 warm-up cycles without a failure reported.

### Diagnostic Aids

• | Ensure that the TCC brake switch is properly adjusted.

• | Check PCM calibration for a current update.

• | Inspect the wiring for poor electrical connections at the PCM. Inspect the wiring at the transmission 7-way connector. Look for the following conditions:

- | A bent terminal

- | A backed out terminal

- | A damaged terminal

- | Poor terminal tension

- | A chafed wire

- | A broken wire inside the insulation

• | When diagnosing for an intermittent short or open condition, massage the wiring harness while watching the test equipment for a change.

### Test Description

The step number below refers to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

1. A scan tool display that changes from Closed to Open when the brake switch is disconnected indicates a faulty brake switch.

#### DTC P0724 TCC Brake Switch Circuit High

Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No
--- | --- | --- | --- | ---
1 | Was the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check performed? | -- | Go to Step 2 | Go to Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check
2 |

1. Install the scan tool (tech 1) .
2. With the engine OFF, turn the ignition switch to the RUN position.

Important: Before clearing the DTCs, use the scan tool in order to record the Failure Records for reference. The Clear Info function will erase the data.

3. Record the DTC Failure Records.
4. Select Brake Switch on the scan tool.
5. Disconnect the brake switch connector.

Did the brake switch status change from Closed to Open?

--

Go to Step 3

Go to Step 4

3 | Replace the TCC brake switch. Refer to Brake Switch Replacement, Section 5. Is the replacement complete? | -- | Go to Step 6 | --
4 | Inspect circuit 420 for a short to power. Repair circuit 420 if necessary. Refer to Troubleshooting Procedures, Section 8. Did you find and correct a problem? | -- | Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 5
5 | Replace the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement/Programming , Section 6. Is the replacement complete? | -- | Go to Step 6 | --
6 | In order to verify your repair, perform the following procedure:

1. Select DTC.
2. Select Clear Info.
3. Operate the vehicle under the following conditions:

• | Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position.

• | The TCC brake switch must be ON for more than 2 seconds.

4. Select Specific DTC. Enter DTC P0724.

Has the test run and passed?

--

System OK

Begin the diagnosis again. Go to Step 1