Brake light switch error
- Make
- Fiat
- Model
- Panda Factory Service Manual
- Year
- 2003–2012
- Section
- Examiner › Brake light switch error
BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH ERROR
The diagnostic equipment signals the following error: "C1161 Brake Light Switch"
this error can be signalled in two sets of cases. The first is when there is an open circuit in the brake lights switch or the wiring, the brake lights are burnt out or the reading circuit is damaged.
The second set of circumstances is if there is an open circuit or short circuit (positive or earth) for the brake lights switch or wiring, if the switch or the reading circuit is damaged. In all these cases the braking action is detected without pressing the brake pedal switch (or the closure of the switch contacts)
| 2 | BRAKE STATUS PEDAL CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Connect the diagnostic equipment and, in the "PARAMETERS" ambient, check the "BRAKE PEDAL STATUS". Press the brake pedal and read "PRESSED". Release the brake pedal and read "RELEASED" | Move on to Step 5 | Incorrect reading | Move on to Step 3 | |
| 4 | BRAKE PEDAL SWITCH ADJUSTMENT | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
| Adjust the brake pedal switch so that when the pedal is completely depressed it does not reach the last notch, with reference to Service News 3350 E 000 AA N°33 03 02 | Move on to Step 5 | |||
| 5 | CHECK ON CORRECT OPERATION | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Delete the errors using the diagnostic equipment. Carry out the road test See Test 3340OA A.B.S. SYSTEM ACTUATION CHECK to ensure that the control unit checks whether there are any errors still present. Return to the workshop and check that the fault is no longer present using the diagnostic equipment | End of diagnosis | The fault persists | Move on to Step 1 |
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