Code
P0835
Generic
P — Powertrain
Clutch Pedal Switch B Circuit High
Views:
UK: 10
EN: 31
RU: 24
AI status
Completed
Completed
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Causes
- Open circuit in clutch pedal switch B wiring (broken wire, disconnected connector)
- Poor or corroded connector or terminal at the switch or PCM harness
- Short to battery/ignition feed (voltage backfeed into the switch circuit)
- Faulty clutch pedal switch B (internal failure)
- PCM or body/control module input fault (rare)
- Damaged wiring insulation causing intermittent contact or high resistance
Symptoms
- Engine may not crank or start on vehicles with clutch-interlock start (start-inhibit)
- Cruise control or shift-interlock systems may not operate correctly
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) or transmission/engine warning may be illuminated
- Intermittent no-start or no-crank conditions when clutch is pressed
What to check
- Read and record freeze frame and live data with a scan tool (verify clutch switch B status)
- Visually inspect clutch pedal switch B, connector, and wiring for damage, corrosion, or looseness
- Backprobe the switch connector and monitor voltage/continuity while operating the pedal
- Check for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) related to clutch switches (A/B) or transmission interlock
- Inspect related fuses and grounds for integrity
Signal parameters
- Typical expected voltages (may vary by manufacturer): closed (switch ON) ≈ 0–1 V (pulled to ground) or near battery voltage depending on design; open (switch OFF) ≈ 4–5 V (pulled up)
- For a ‘Circuit High’ DTC: measured voltage on switch circuit is higher than the module’s allowed upper threshold (often >4.5 V) when the circuit should be low
- Continuity: closed switch should show low resistance (near 0 Ω) between switch terminals; open should show high/OL
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect a scan tool, confirm P0835 and note any additional clutch/shift related codes. Record live data for clutch switch B while operating the pedal.
- Visually inspect the switch, connector, and harness for corrosion, damage, or loose pins. Repair any obvious problems, then retest.
- Backprobe the switch connector. With ignition ON, measure the reference voltage/pull-up and ground pins. Verify voltage changes when operating the pedal. Compare to expected ranges for the vehicle.
- Check continuity between the switch and the PCM input pin with ignition OFF. Wiggle wiring to look for intermittent faults.
- If the circuit reads high (near battery voltage) when it should be low, check for a short to battery/ignition feed or open ground.
- If wiring and connector are good but signal still incorrect, bench-test or replace the clutch pedal switch and retest.
- If replacement switch does not clear issue, inspect PCM input and grounds; consider module diagnostic or professional scope trace for intermittent/complex faults.
- Clear codes and perform a functional test and short road test to confirm repair.
Likely causes
- Disconnected or corroded connector at the clutch pedal switch
- Broken conductor between the switch and the module (pinched or chafed wiring)
- Switch stuck in open position or internal contact failure
- Aftermarket or recent repairs left connector mis-seated or pins bent
Fault status
Status
Clutch Pedal Switch B circuit voltage above expected range (open/high). The control module is receiving an abnormally high signal from switch B; inspect switch, wiring, and connectors.
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 0.5-1.5 hours
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Code
P0835
LAND ROVER
P — Powertrain
Clutch pedal switch circuit B high
Views:
UK: 2
EN: 11
RU: 7
AI status
Completed
Completed
100%
Causes
- Open circuit in clutch pedal switch B wiring (broken wire, disconnected connector)
- Poor or corroded connector or terminal at the switch or PCM harness
- Short to battery/ignition feed (voltage backfeed into the switch circuit)
- Faulty clutch pedal switch B (internal failure)
- PCM or body/control module input fault (rare)
- Damaged wiring insulation causing intermittent contact or high resistance
Symptoms
- Engine may not crank or start on vehicles with clutch-interlock start (start-inhibit)
- Cruise control or shift-interlock systems may not operate correctly
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) or transmission/engine warning may be illuminated
- Intermittent no-start or no-crank conditions when clutch is pressed
What to check
- Read and record freeze frame and live data with a scan tool (verify clutch switch B status)
- Visually inspect clutch pedal switch B, connector, and wiring for damage, corrosion, or looseness
- Backprobe the switch connector and monitor voltage/continuity while operating the pedal
- Check for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) related to clutch switches (A/B) or transmission interlock
- Inspect related fuses and grounds for integrity
Signal parameters
- Typical expected voltages (may vary by manufacturer): closed (switch ON) ≈ 0–1 V (pulled to ground) or near battery voltage depending on design; open (switch OFF) ≈ 4–5 V (pulled up)
- For a ‘Circuit High’ DTC: measured voltage on switch circuit is higher than the module’s allowed upper threshold (often >4.5 V) when the circuit should be low
- Continuity: closed switch should show low resistance (near 0 Ω) between switch terminals; open should show high/OL
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect a scan tool, confirm P0835 and note any additional clutch/shift related codes. Record live data for clutch switch B while operating the pedal.
- Visually inspect the switch, connector, and harness for corrosion, damage, or loose pins. Repair any obvious problems, then retest.
- Backprobe the switch connector. With ignition ON, measure the reference voltage/pull-up and ground pins. Verify voltage changes when operating the pedal. Compare to expected ranges for the vehicle.
- Check continuity between the switch and the PCM input pin with ignition OFF. Wiggle wiring to look for intermittent faults.
- If the circuit reads high (near battery voltage) when it should be low, check for a short to battery/ignition feed or open ground.
- If wiring and connector are good but signal still incorrect, bench-test or replace the clutch pedal switch and retest.
- If replacement switch does not clear issue, inspect PCM input and grounds; consider module diagnostic or professional scope trace for intermittent/complex faults.
- Clear codes and perform a functional test and short road test to confirm repair.
Likely causes
- Disconnected or corroded connector at the clutch pedal switch
- Broken conductor between the switch and the module (pinched or chafed wiring)
- Switch stuck in open position or internal contact failure
- Aftermarket or recent repairs left connector mis-seated or pins bent
Fault status
Status
Clutch Pedal Switch B circuit voltage above expected range (open/high). The control module is receiving an abnormally high signal from switch B; inspect switch, wiring, and connectors.
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 0.5-1.5 hours
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Code
P0835
MERCEDES-BENZ
P — Powertrain
Clutch Position Switch B Circuit High
Views:
UK: 10
EN: 22
RU: 15
AI status
Completed
Completed
100%
Causes
- Open circuit in clutch pedal switch B wiring (broken wire, disconnected connector)
- Poor or corroded connector or terminal at the switch or PCM harness
- Short to battery/ignition feed (voltage backfeed into the switch circuit)
- Faulty clutch pedal switch B (internal failure)
- PCM or body/control module input fault (rare)
- Damaged wiring insulation causing intermittent contact or high resistance
Symptoms
- Engine may not crank or start on vehicles with clutch-interlock start (start-inhibit)
- Cruise control or shift-interlock systems may not operate correctly
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) or transmission/engine warning may be illuminated
- Intermittent no-start or no-crank conditions when clutch is pressed
What to check
- Read and record freeze frame and live data with a scan tool (verify clutch switch B status)
- Visually inspect clutch pedal switch B, connector, and wiring for damage, corrosion, or looseness
- Backprobe the switch connector and monitor voltage/continuity while operating the pedal
- Check for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) related to clutch switches (A/B) or transmission interlock
- Inspect related fuses and grounds for integrity
Signal parameters
- Typical expected voltages (may vary by manufacturer): closed (switch ON) ≈ 0–1 V (pulled to ground) or near battery voltage depending on design; open (switch OFF) ≈ 4–5 V (pulled up)
- For a ‘Circuit High’ DTC: measured voltage on switch circuit is higher than the module’s allowed upper threshold (often >4.5 V) when the circuit should be low
- Continuity: closed switch should show low resistance (near 0 Ω) between switch terminals; open should show high/OL
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect a scan tool, confirm P0835 and note any additional clutch/shift related codes. Record live data for clutch switch B while operating the pedal.
- Visually inspect the switch, connector, and harness for corrosion, damage, or loose pins. Repair any obvious problems, then retest.
- Backprobe the switch connector. With ignition ON, measure the reference voltage/pull-up and ground pins. Verify voltage changes when operating the pedal. Compare to expected ranges for the vehicle.
- Check continuity between the switch and the PCM input pin with ignition OFF. Wiggle wiring to look for intermittent faults.
- If the circuit reads high (near battery voltage) when it should be low, check for a short to battery/ignition feed or open ground.
- If wiring and connector are good but signal still incorrect, bench-test or replace the clutch pedal switch and retest.
- If replacement switch does not clear issue, inspect PCM input and grounds; consider module diagnostic or professional scope trace for intermittent/complex faults.
- Clear codes and perform a functional test and short road test to confirm repair.
Likely causes
- Disconnected or corroded connector at the clutch pedal switch
- Broken conductor between the switch and the module (pinched or chafed wiring)
- Switch stuck in open position or internal contact failure
- Aftermarket or recent repairs left connector mis-seated or pins bent
Fault status
Status
Clutch Pedal Switch B circuit voltage above expected range (open/high). The control module is receiving an abnormally high signal from switch B; inspect switch, wiring, and connectors.
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 0.5-1.5 hours
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