ESP / C0161 00
Read the instructions below then
start the fault diagnostic procedure.
Symptom: Warning lamp lights.
Message appears in display.
Brake Switch Circuit, Malfunction
Fault symptom
Warning lamp lights.
Message appears in display.
On-board diagnosis
Type of diagnosis:
Enable criteria:
| Vehicle speed over 24 km/h |
Fault criteria:
| Control module input short circuit. |
System reaction to a fault:
Checking the wiring harness
Move the wiring harness at several spots and in several directions to reveal intermittent breaks and short-circuits. Check switches, connectors and crimp connections for oxidation, retracted pins and pin clamping force.
Diagnostic help
A DTC can be generated if the brake pedal is depressed while the car is accelerating.
