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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 2REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1525 (LIGHTING SYSTEMS)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESSTOP LAMPS MALFUNCTIONCIRCUIT/SYSTEM VERIFICATION
2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2
Circuit/System Verification
2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2SECTION Circuit/System Verification
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- Ignition ON, observe the scan tool BCM Stop Lamp Switch Status parameter while pressing and releasing the brake pedal. The reading should change between 1 count and approximately 1023 counts.
- If not the specified value, refer to the Stop Lamp Switch Circuit Test .
- Ignition ON, observe the scan tool TCM Brake Switch parameter while pressing and releasing the brake pedal. The reading should change between Pressed and Released.
- If not the specified value, refer to the Stop Lamp Switch Circuit Test .
- Ignition ON, observe the left, and right stop lamps while pressing and releasing the brake pedal. The stop lamps should turn on and off.
- If the left and or right stop lamps are always on or inoperative, refer to the Stop Lamp Switch Circuit Test .
- Connect a test lamp between the relay side of the CHMSL fuse and ground.
- Verify that the test lamp turns on and off while pressing and releasing the brake pedal.
- If the test lamp does not turn on and off while changing between the commanded states, refer to the CHMSL Relay Control Circuit Test .
- If the center high mount stop lamp is always on or inoperative refer to the CHMSL Relay Control Circuit Test .
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When to See a Mechanic
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.