Brake Failure - C1282 - Fixed!

[cstall]

I finally corrected the "BRAKE FAILURE" message that's been scrolling across the display on my '08 GS for months. There was never anything wrong with the brakes - the message just appeared for no apparent reason. The error code was C1282 - Low Brake Pressure. Turns out the problem was a flaky connection in the brake pressure switch connector. Unplugged it, plugged it back in and everything was happy. Glad I didn't have to bleed brakes...


BTW - a C1282 can be reset by the operator - it doesn't require BUDS. Here's the procedure:


LPS fault c1282 reset


1 turn Ignition switch off
2 wait 30 seconds
3 turn Ignition switch on
4 firmly press brake pedal untill you hear a click from the LPS switch
Note , the 1st click will come from the brake light switch. Continue to strongly press to hear a 2nd click. This one wiil come from the low pressure switch
5 Turn Ignition switch off

 

[Cruzr Joe]

Great info, thanks

Cruzr Joe

 

[Chupaca]

Good to know..!!

this is the kind of info we need. Many will remember and pass it on or know where to search for it...thanks..!! :2thumbs:

 

[loisk]

great help for Oz

I thought I'd let you know that your info was re-posted on an Australian facebook site to help out a fellow who had the exact same problem, and was scratching his head seeking a solution.
As he said in good Strine, "I'll be buttered" -- it worked.
So thanks for posting!

 

[jrk36]

I finally corrected the "BRAKE FAILURE" message that's been scrolling across the display on my '08 GS for months. There was never anything wrong with the brakes - the message just appeared for no apparent reason. The error code was C1282 - Low Brake Pressure. Turns out the problem was a flaky connection in the brake pressure switch connector. Unplugged it, plugged it back in and everything was happy.

I have the same or similar problem. Brake Fluid levels were fine, but I put a bit extra in just in case. Still cannot reset the "Brake Failure' alarm on dashboard. Thought I'd give this "fix" a try, but .....
I do have a manual, but it's not apparent (to me) where this "brake pressure switch connector" actually is. Can anyone point me in the correct direction.

Thanks and regards,
John Kennedy

 

[jrk36]

I do have a manual, but it's not apparent (to me) where this "brake pressure switch connector" actually is. Can anyone point me in the correct direction.

I guess this is it, but does that three wire connector just pull out - it looks like it's molded in?