2018 Ford Fiesta STFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

DTC P0573 - Brake Switch A Circuit High

P0573 - BRAKE SWITCH A CIRCUIT HIGH

Description:  This DTC sets when the brake switch is stuck in the OFF position.
Possible Causes: 
  • BPP circuit open
  • BPP circuit short to voltage
  • BPP circuit short to ground
  • Stoplamp circuits open
  • Stoplamp circuits short to voltage
  • Stoplamp circuits short to ground
  • Damaged brake switch
  • Incorrectly adjusted brake switch
Diagnostic Aids:  Using the scan tool, check the BPP/BOO PID. The BPP/BOO PID should toggle on and off with brake pedal activation.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All GO to PINPOINT TEST FD .
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