C0096moderate severityChassis
Brake Lamp Switch Circuit 2 Malfunction
on 2015 Kia Forte 1.8L I4 · FWD
What this code means
The secondary or redundant brake lamp switch input to the ABS/stability module is faulty.
Symptoms
- ABS light on
- Stability control disabled
- Cruise control inoperative
- Brake light inconsistency detected
Common causes
- Secondary brake switch failure
- Wiring fault in redundant circuit
- ABS module input fault
- Switch adjustment incorrect
Diagnostic steps
- Test both brake switch circuits
- Compare primary and secondary switch signals
- Adjust switch if out of specification
- Inspect wiring to ABS module
- Check both switch inputs at module connector
Repair notes
Adjust or replace secondary brake lamp switch.
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