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DTC C1120-96
DTC C1120-96 : Electric Parking Brake Switch Malfunction
NOTE:
- Before you troubleshoot, review the general troubleshooting information .
- This DTC is detected when operating the electric parking brake switch continuously for more than 20 seconds.
- Check that electric parking brake switch is free of dirt and other foreign particles.
| DTC Description | DTC | Freeze Frame |
|---|---|---|
| C1120-96 Electric Parking Brake Switch Malfunction |
DTCs (VSA)
- Electric parking brake switch check
-1. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.
-2. Check the electric parking brake switch .
Is the electric parking brake switch OK?
YES
Go to step 2.
NO
- Problem verification
-1. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.
-2. Clear the DTC with the HDS.
-3. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode, then to the ON mode.
-4. Wait for about 20 seconds.
-5. Check for DTCs with the HDS.
DTC Description DTC Freeze Frame C1120-96 Electric Parking Brake Switch Malfunction Is DTC C1120-96 indicated?
YES
Check for loose terminals and poor connections in the VSA modulator-control unit 46P connector. Check for any authorized service information related to the DTCs or symptoms you are troubleshooting. If they are OK, replace the VSA modulator-control unit .
NO
Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Refer to intermittent failures troubleshooting . If the freeze data/on-board snapshot of this DTC is recorded, try to reproduce the failure under the same conditions with the Freeze data/on-board snapshot.
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.