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Circuit Description

The brake pedal position sensor 5 volt reference voltage circuit is monitored for an over or under voltage condition.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The ignition is ON.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

A malfunction is detected if the supply voltage is above 5.1 volts or below 4.9 volts continuously for more than 100 milliseconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

When DTC C0880 is set the following will occur:

    • Engine drive control is disabled.
    • Panic brake assist is disabled.
    • Traction control system is disabled.
    • Vehicle stability enhancement system is disabled.
    • The service vehicle soon lamp will illuminate.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • The current DTC will clear when the fault is no longer present.
    • A history DTC clears after 100 consecutive ignition cycles in which no faults have occurred.
    • Clear the DTC with a scan tool.

Diagnostic Aids

Possible causes of this DTC are the following conditions:

    • A short to ground in the brake pedal position sensor 5 volt reference voltage circuit.
    • A short to voltage in the brake pedal position sensor 5 volt reference voltage circuit.
    • A short to ground in the brake pedal position sensor signal circuit.
    • A short to voltage in the brake pedal position sensor signal circuit.
    • A malfunctioning brake pedal position sensor.
    • A internal control module malfunction.

Test Description

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

  1. Tests for the proper operation of the circuits.

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

Schematic Reference: Exterior Lights Schematics

Connector End View Reference: Master Electrical Component List in Wiring Systems

1

Did you perform the Lighting Systems Diagnostic System Check?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Lighting Systems

2

  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  3. With a scan tool, observe the BPP Sensor A/D Conversi parameter.

Is the BPP Sensor A/D Conversi parameter within the specified range?

0.25-4.90 V

Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems

Go to Step 3

3

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the brake pedal position sensor.
  3. Connect a 3 amp fused jumper wire between the 5 volt reference circuit of the brake pedal position sensor and the signal circuit of the brake pedal position sensor.
  4. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  5. With a scan tool, observe the BPP Sensor A/D Conversi parameter.

Is the BPP Sensor A/D Conversi parameter within the specified range?

4.90-5.10 V

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 4

4

Test the 5 volt reference circuit of the brake pedal position sensor for a short to voltage or a short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 12

Go to Step 5

5

Test the brake pedal position sensor signal circuit of the brake pedal position sensor for a short to voltage or a short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 12

Go to Step 9

6

Test the brake pedal position sensor signal circuit of the brake pedal position sensor for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 12

Go to Step 7

7

Test the 5 volt reference circuit of the brake pedal position sensor for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 12

Go to Step 8

8

Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the brake pedal position sensor. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 12

Go to Step 10

9

Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the electronic brake control module (EBCM). Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 12

Go to Step 11

10

Important: Always perform the calibration procedure for the brake pedal position sensor.

Replace the brake pedal position sensor.

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 12

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11

Important: Always perform the setup procedure for the EBCM.

  1. Replace the EBCM. Refer to Electronic Brake Control Module Replacement in Antilock Brake System.
  2. Perform the setup procedure for the EBCM.

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 12

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12

  1. Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.
  2. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC.

Does the DTC reset?

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Go to Step 2

System OK