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2000 Buick Century Custom

DTC C1295: BRAKELIGHT Switch Circuit Open

2000 Buick Century CustomSECTION DTC C1295: BRAKELIGHT Switch Circuit Open
  1. Perform diagnostic system check. See DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK  under DIAGNOSIS & TESTING. After performing diagnostic system check, go to next step.
  2. Depress brake pedal. Using scan tool, observe Brake Switch Status parameter in ABS data list. If scan tool displays APPLIED, go to step  4 . If scan tool does not display APPLIED, go to next step.
  3. Check for open in stoplight switch signal circuit. Repair as necessary. After repairs, go to step  9 . If circuit is okay, go to step  7 .
  4. Depress brake pedal. Check stoplights. If stoplights are off, go to next step. If stoplights are not off, problem is intermittent.
  5. Check stoplight feed circuit for open or high resistance. Repair as necessary. After repairs, go to step  9 . If circuit is okay, go to next step.
  6. Check stoplight ground circuit for open or high resistance. Repair as necessary. After repairs, go to step  9 . If circuit is okay, problem is intermittent.
  7. Check for poor connections at EBCM harness connector. Repair as necessary. After repairs, go to step  9 . If connections are okay, go to next step.
  8. Replace EBCM. After replacing EBCM, go to next step.
  9. Using scan tool, clear DTCs. Turn ignition on. Recheck DTCs. If DTC resets, go to step  2 . If DTC does not reset, system is okay.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.