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2016 workshop · Brake System

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) and Stability Control

206-09 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) and Stability Control

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G4 CHECK THE ABS (ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM) MODULE CONTINUOUS MEMORY DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (CMDTCS)

Using a diagnostic scan tool, carry out the ABS module self-test. Retrieve and record all ABS module Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). Clear the ABS module Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). Ignition OFF. Ignition ON. Using a diagnostic scan tool, carry out the ABS module self-test.

Are any Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) present in the ABS module?

Yes

If any of the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) listed in the DTC Fault Trigger Conditions table are present, GO to G5 For all other ABS module Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), GO to the DTC Chart: ABS Module.

No

GO to G6

G5 CHECK THE RCM (RESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE) FOR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS)

Ignition ON. Using a diagnostic scan tool, carry out the RCM self-test.

Are there any Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) present in the RCM?

Yes

DIAGNOSE all RCM Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). REFER to: Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, Diagnosis and Testing).

No

GO to G6

G6 VERIFY STABILITY CONTROL SENSOR CALIBRATION

NOTE: The vehicle must be on level ground and at a complete standstill during IVD initialization. Any vehicle movement results in false values for this test.

Using the diagnostic scan tool, carry out the IVD Initialization routine. Follow the diagnostic scan tool directions. Ignition OFF. Ignition ON. Test drive the vehicle above 12 km/h (7 mph) and make at least 1 left turn and 1 right turn.

Is the Advance Trac® warning indicator illuminated?

Yes

Using a diagnostic scan tool, CARRY OUT the ABS module self-test. If any of the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) listed in the DTC Fault Trigger Conditions table are present, GO to G7 For all other ABS module Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), GO to the DTC Chart: ABS Module.

No

The condition which caused the concern is no longer present. The concern was most likely due to an incomplete calibration or a failed calibration of the stability control sensors.

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