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General DTC Information



1-4-2 Faulty Brake Light Switch, Open Circuit Or Short Circuit

Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) information

Conditions for DTC









If the control module finds that the signal from the brake light switch is missing if pedal sensor leaves position 2, it posts DTC 1-4-2.

Substitute value
None.

Sources of fault
- Signal lead short circuited to ground.
- Open circuit in signal lead.
- Faulty brake light switch.
- Brake light switch adjustment changed.
- Contact resistance in terminals.

Symptoms
None.

Start fault-tracing at EC1. Other (DTCs) [EC1]