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For 1990-2009 cars only

Circuit Description

This DTC identifies a malfunction within the EBTCM.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

An internal EBTCM malfunction exists.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • A malfunction DTC is stored.
    • The ABS/TCS/Stabilitrak® is disabled.
    • The ABS indicator is turned ON.
    • The TRACTION CONTROL indicator is turned ON.
    • The DIC displays the SERVICE STABILITY SYS message.
    • For some DTC C1255xx, the Magna Steer® is disabled and the DIC displays the SERVICE STEERING SYS message.

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

    • When the scan tool displays the DTC, 2 more numbers follow the DTC. Note the 2 numbers and any other DTCs. The 2 numbers with the DTC are an engineering aid in order to determine the cause of the internal malfunction.
    • A DTC C1255e2 can be caused by a battery or module connector disconnect. Inspect for a recent battery disconnect or module connector disconnect before replacing the EBTCM.
    • A DTC C1255m5 can be set along with any wheel speed sensor DTC. Diagnose any wheel speed sensor DTCs before replacing the EBTCM.
    • Make sure the integrity of the connection between the EBTCM and the BPMV is secure, tight, and free from corrosion.

DTC C1255xx EBTCM Internal Malfunction (ABS/TCS Disabled)

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Was the Diagnostic System Check performed?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check

2

Is any other DTC present beside C1255xx?

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Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List

Go to Step 3

3

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. Disconnect the electronic brake traction control module (EBTCM).
  3. Check for damaged, pushed out, or miswired terminals.

Was any damage found?

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Go to Step 4

Go to Step 5

4

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

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check

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5

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

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check

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