145 - MiTo   1.4 16v TJet   Clutch switch   C1216   


The diagnostic equipment signals the following error: "C1216 - Clutch switch"

This error is signalled if the clutch switch is not working properly. The switch is used for the operation of the Hill Holder.

 

 

 

Test results

 

1

 

CLUTCH PEDAL SWITCH OPERATION CHECK

 

All OK

 

Problems encountered

 

Operation

 

 

- Connect the diagnostic equipment and, in the "PARAMETERS" (Engine Management) mode, check the "CLUTCH PEDAL STATUS" parameter.

Press the clutch pedal and read "PRESSED". Release the clutch pedal and read "RELEASED"

- Detach the connector for the switch and check that the switch is working properly using the tester in this procedure:

- the switch has four pins: connect the probes to the first two and check, by pressing the switch, that the circuit switches from normally closed to normally open. Connect the probes to the other two and check, that when the switch is pressed, the circuits switches from normally open to normally closed.

 

Go to Step 2

 

1. Incorrect reading

2. The switch is not working properly

 

1.Replace the clutch switch

 Op. 1056B78 SWITCH ON CLUTCH PEDAL - R.R (PETROL ENGINES)

2.Replace the clutch switch

 Op. 1056B78 SWITCH ON CLUTCH PEDAL - R.R (PETROL ENGINES)

 

2

 

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS CHECK

 

All OK

 

Problems encountered

 

Operation

 

 

Check the electrical continuity between the clutch switch and the engine management control unit

 

End of diagnosis

 

Electrical continuity failure between the switch and the engine management control unit

 

Restore the correct connection.