OBD Guide

P0504

Brake Switch A/B Correlation

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$22–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Incorrect operation of brake lights
  • Problems with cruise control
  • Difficulty starting the engine
  • Incorrect operation of the ABS system

Causes

  • Brake pedal sensor malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in wiring harness
  • Contact corrosion
  • Problems with the engine control unit (ECU)

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of the brake pedal sensor
  2. Inspect the wiring harness for damage
  3. Check contacts for corrosion
  4. Test the operation of sensor circuits A and B
  5. If necessary, replace the sensor or repair the wiring harness

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