12. Substitute a known-good brake light relay.
13. Reconnect all connectors.
14. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
15. Clear the DTC with the HDS.
16. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), then turn it to ON (II) again.
17. After the TSA warning goes off, press the brake pedal for 3 seconds or more.
18. Check for DTCs with the HDS and the TSA warning.
Is DTC 69 indicated and the TSA warning come on?
YES -
Go to step 33.
NO -
Replace the original brake light relay.?
19. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
20. Check the No.21 (7.5 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box.
Is the fuse OK?
YES -
Go to step 21.
NO -
Replace the fuse, and recheck. If the fuse is blown, check for a short to body ground in the brake light relay circuit.?
21. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
22. Disconnect the VSA modulator-control unit 46P connector.
23. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
24. Connect the VSA modulator-control unit 46P connector terminal No. 37 to body ground with a jumper wire.
25. Check the brake lights without pressing the brake pedal.
Are the brake lights on?
YES -
Go to step 31.
NO -
Go to step 26.
26. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
