DTCS 37/38, TCC Brake Switch On/Off: Notes

1995 Chevrolet Forward Control 7.4 NSECTION Notes
Fig 1: DTC 37/38 - Circuit Diagram (Gasoline)
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The normally closed brake switch supplies battery voltage to control module. Signal voltage will drop to zero volts when brake pedal is applied.

NOTE: Test numbers refer to numbers on diagnostic chart.
  1. Checks if voltage is available at brake switch.
  2. Checks brake switch function.
  3. Checks circuit from brake switch to control module.
Fig 2: DTC 37/38 - Troubleshooting Chart (Gasoline)
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