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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1998TAURUS V6-3.0L DOHC VIN SREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTTRANSMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMSTESTING AND INSPECTIONDIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE DESCRIPTIONSBRAKE PEDAL POSITION (BPP) SWITCH
1998 Ford Taurus V6-3.0L DOHC VIN S
Brake Pedal Position (BPP) Switch
1998 Ford Taurus V6-3.0L DOHC VIN SSECTION Brake Pedal Position (BPP) Switch
DESCRIPTION
The Brake Pedal Position(BPP) switch is connected to the brake pedal. When the brake pedal is pressed, the BPP switch has closed contacts allowing a voltage signal to the PCM.
The PCM releases TCC when the brakes are applied.
SYMPTOMS
- Failed "ON" - torque converter clutch will not engage at less than one-third engine throttle.
- Failed "OFF" or not connected - torque converter clutch will not release when brake is applied.
DTCs:
P1703
The Brake Pedal Position(BPP) switch is connected to the brake pedal. When the brake pedal is pressed, the BPP switch has closed contacts allowing a voltage signal to the PCM.
The PCM releases TCC when the brakes are applied.
SYMPTOMS
- Failed "ON" - torque converter clutch will not engage at less than one-third engine throttle.
- Failed "OFF" or not connected - torque converter clutch will not release when brake is applied.
DTCs:
P1703
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
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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.