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C2136: C2136: Brake Booster Vacuum Switch Circuit Malfunction
on 2019 Ford F150 PICKUP
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📖 What Does C2136 Mean on 2019 Ford F150 PICKUP?
Symptoms
- • Spongy brake pedal
- • soft brake pedal
- • brake pedal travel increased
- • brake pedal travel decreased
Common Causes
- • Faulty brake booster vacuum switch
- • vacuum leak in brake booster
- • faulty brake booster diaphragm
- • clogged brake booster vent
How to Fix C2136 on 2019 Ford F150 PICKUP
1. Disconnect battery negative cable. 2. Locate the brake booster vacuum switch and inspect for signs of damage or corrosion. 3. Clean or replace the vacuum switch as needed. 4. Inspect the brake booster vent for blockages and clean or replace as needed. 5. Reconnect battery negative cable.
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Related Diagnostic Codes
Other codes that may appear with C2136
C2134: Wheel Speed Sensor Malfunction
C2135: ABS System Malfunction
C2137: Rear Suspension Strut Friction Bushing Fault
C2138: Electric Power Steering (EPS) Fault
💡 Why These Codes Are Related:
- • Similar Issues: Same root cause or component failure
- • Related Problems: Often occur together due to system interactions
- • Sequential Codes: Progressive failure stages or multiple sensors
- • Same System: Components within the same automotive system