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DTC P0831
DTC P0831:Â Clutch Pedal Position Switch A Circuit High Voltage
General DescriptionÂ
The power control module (PCM) monitors the clutch pedal position switch A signal to switch the starting system from auto control mode to manual mode when it malfunctions. When the PCM cannot detect an OFF signal from clutch pedal position switch A while the clutch pedal is released, the detection continues after the vehicle is turned to the OFF (LOCK) mode. If the malfunction continues for a set time after the vehicle is turned to the OFF (LOCK) mode, the PCM detects a malfunction and stores a DTC.
Monitor Execution, Sequence, Duration, DTC Type, OBD StatusÂ
| Execution | Once per driving cycle |
| Sequence | None |
| Duration | 5 minutes or more |
| DTC Type | One drive cycle, MIL off |
| OBD Status | PASSED/FAILED/NOT COMPLETED (STILL TESTING) |
Enable ConditionsÂ
| Condition | Minimum | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| Engine speed [ENGINE SPEED] | 1, 000 rpm | - |
| Vehicle speed[VEHICLE SPEED] | 19 mph (30 km/h) | - |
| Other | Malfunction judgment executes after the vehicle is turned to the OFF (LOCK) mode if PCM cannot detect OFF signal from clutch pedal position switch A while clutch pedal is released under above conditions | |
[ ]: HDS Parameter
Malfunction ThresholdÂ
The PCM cannot detect an OFF signal from clutch pedal position switch A for at least 5 minutes after the vehicle is turned to the OFF (LOCK) mode.
Possible CauseÂ
NOTE:Â The causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.
- Clutch pedal position switch A ON failure
- Clutch pedal position switch A CLUTCH SW (SA) line short to ground
Diagnosis DetailsÂ
Conditions for setting the DTCÂ
When a malfunction is detected, a Pending DTC, a Confirmed DTC, and the freeze data are stored in the PCM memory. The MIL does not come on.
Conditions for clearing the DTCÂ
The Pending DTC, the Confirmed DTC, and the freeze data can be cleared with the scan tool Clear command or by disconnecting the 12 volt battery.
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- • 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.
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