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Object Number: 106449  Size: MF
ABS Components
Cell 44: Stoplamp Switch, Traction Control Switch, Torque Status, andClass 2
Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice

Circuit Description

The EBTCM and the PCM simultaneously controlled the traction control. The PCM sends a Requested Torque message via a pulse width modulated (PWM) signal to the EBTCM requesting the desired torque level for proper TCS operation. The EBTCM supplies the pull up voltage.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The DTC sets if one of the following occur:

    • An open or short in the Requested Torque line between the EBTCM and the PCM.
    • A TCS communication malfunction detected by the PCM and indicated to the EBTCM via a PWM message.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • A malfunction DTC is stored.
    • The TCS is disabled.
    • The TRACTION CONTROL indicator is turned ON.
    • The ABS remains functional.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • The condition for DTC is no longer present and you used scan tool Clear DTCs function.
    • The condition for DTC is no longer present and you used the On-Board Clear DTCs function.
    • The EBTCM does not detect the DTC in 50 drive cycles.

Diagnostic Aids

    • It is very important that a thorough inspection of the wiring and connectors be performed. Failure to carefully and fully inspect wiring and connectors may result in misdiagnosis, causing part replacement with reappearance of the malfunction.
    • An intermittent malfunction can be caused by poor connections, broken insulation, or a wire that is broken inside the insulation.
    • If an intermittent malfunction exists, refer to Intermittents and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems.
    • The following conditions can cause this concern:
       - An open circuit.
       - An short to ground or voltage in the circuit.
       - A wiring problem, terminal corrosion, or poor connection in the circuit.
       - A communication frequency problem.
       - A communication duty cycle problem.
       - The EBTCM is not receiving information from the PCM.

Test Description

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. This step checks for the proper duty cycle.

  2. This step checks for the proper frequency.

DTC C1277 Requested Torque Signal Circuit Malfunction

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Was the Diagnostic System Check performed?

--

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check

2

Inspect G102 and G103 and ensure each ground is clean, tight, and free of damage.

Were any loose, damaged, or corroded grounds found?

--

Go to Step 3

Go to Step 4

3

Repair the grounds as necessary. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you complete the repair?

--

Go to Diagnostic System Check

--

4

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. Disconnect the electronic brake traction control module (EBTCM) connector.
  3. Use a J 39700-25 cable adapter in order to install a J 39700 universal pinout box to the EBTCM harness connector and the EBTCM connector.
  4. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position with the engine off.
  5. Using a J 39200 digital multimeter (DMM) in order to measure the DC duty cycle between the J 39700 terminal 25 and terminal B.

Is the duty cycle within the specified range?

85-95%

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 6

5

Use the DMM in order to measure the DC Hz between the J 39700 terminal 25 and terminal B.

Is the frequency within the specified range?

121-134 Hz

Go to Step 13

Go to Step 7

6

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. Disconnect the J 39700-25 cable adapter from the EBTCM, leaving the J 39700 connected to the EBTCM harness only.
  3. Use the DMM in order to measure the voltage between the J 39700 terminal 25 and terminal B.

Is the voltage within the specified range?

4.5-5.5 V

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 8

7

Replace the EBTCM. Refer to Electronic Brake Control Module Replacement .

Did you complete the repair?

--

Go to Diagnostic System Check

--

8

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. Disconnect the PCM connector C1.
  3. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position with the engine off.
  4. Using the DMM in order to measure the voltage between the J 39700 terminal 25 and terminal B.

Is the voltage greater than the specified value?

1 V

Go to Step 9

Go to Step 10

9

Repair the short to voltage in CKT 463. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you complete the repair?

--

Go to Diagnostic System Check

--

10

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. Use the DMM in order to measure the resistance between the J 39700 terminal 25 and terminal B.

Is the resistance equal to the specified value?

OL (infinite)

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 11

11

Repair the short to ground in CKT 463. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you complete the repair?

--

Go to Diagnostic System Check

--

12

Use the DMM in order to measure the resistance between the J 39700 terminal 25 and the PCM connector C1 terminal 46.

Is the resistance less than the specified value?

2 ohms

Go to Step 13

Go to Step 14

13

Test the PCM. Refer to Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check in Engine Controls.

Is the diagnosis complete?

--

Go to Diagnostic System Check

--

14

Repair the open in CKT 463. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you complete the repair?

--

Go to Diagnostic System Check

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