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Diagnostic reference · C0617

C0617

Park Brake Control Module Control Circuit Low

System
Chassis control (C code)
Lamp
Chassis Warning Light
Category
Chassis

What it means

C0617 means Park Brake Control Module Control Circuit Low.

Where it lives

For C0617, the module sits on the circuit this code reports. The description of C0617 reports a fault at the module.

Check these first

  • A short to ground in the park brake control module control circuit
  • An open in the control circuit to the park brake control module
  • Corrosion or damage at the park brake control module connector
  • A blown fuse feeding the park brake control module
  • A failed park brake control module

What to do next

  1. Check the fuse feeding the park brake control module
  2. Test the control circuit for a short to ground
  3. Inspect the park brake control module connector for damage
  4. Check power and ground at the park brake control module
  5. Replace the park brake control module if the circuit tests good
  6. Clear the code and retest

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Updated

Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.