Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Brake Pedal Position Sensor Learn
Brake Pedal Position Sensor Learn is a procedure for the ECM to determine the position of the brake pedal position sensor when the brake pedal is in the released position.
- An Engine Control Module Replacement
- A BPP Sensor Replacement
- Any repair procedure that effects the brake pedal position sensor alignment
The Brake Pedal Position Sensor Learn procedure is required when the following service procedures have been performed:
- Install a scan tool.
- Monitor the ECM for DTCs with a scan tool. If other DTCs are set, refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle for the applicable DTC that set.
- Navigate to the scan tool Brake Pedal Position Sensor Learn command by selecting the following:
- Module Diagnosis
- Engine Control Module
- Configuration/Reset Functions
- Learn Functions
- Brake Pedal Position Sensor Learn
- Ignition ON, Engine OFF, transmission in Park, brake pedal in the fully released position, select Learn.
- Verify Brake Pedal Position Sensor and Brake Pedal Position Sensor Learned Home Position are within .1 Volts.
- Select Exit.
- Perform the body control module (BCM) brake pedal position sensor calibration. Refer to Brake Pedal Position Sensor Calibration .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.