GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Connect a scan tool into the data link connector (DLC).

Does the scan tool communicate with the electronic brake and traction control module (EBTCM)?

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Go to Step 2

Go to No Communication with Electronic Brake Control Module/Electronic Brake and Traction Control Module in Antilock Brake System

2

  1. Use the scan tool in order to select the ABS/TCS/ICCS Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC).
  2. Inspect for the DTC C1241.

Does the scan tool displays DTC C1241 as current or history DTC?

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Go to DTC C1241 Magnasteer Malfunction

Go to Step 3

3

Are there any other ABS/TCS/ICCS current or history DTCs displayed?

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Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List in Antilock Brake System

Go to Step 4

4

  1. Start the engine.
  2. Turn the steering wheel to the right.
  3. Turn the steering wheel to the left.

Does the steering wheel turn with little effort?

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Go to Step 5

Go to Steering Effort Hard in One or Both Directions in Power Steering System

5

  1. Drive the vehicle.
  2. While driving the vehicle perform several turns and listen for any unusual sounds.

Was there any rattle or chuckle noise from the vehicle?

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Go to Rattle or Chuckle Noise in Steering Gear in Power Steering System

System OK