Circuit Description
The powertrain control module (PCM) receives rough road information
from the EBCM/EBTCM on the serial data circuit. The PCM uses the rough road
information in order to enhance the misfire diagnostic by distinguishing
the crankshaft speed variations caused by driving on rough road
surfaces from variations caused by true misfires. The EBCM/EBTCM
transmits rough road information based on inputs from the wheel
speed sensors. If the EBCM/EBTCM detects a condition which will not
allow the EBCM/EBTCM to properly identify rough road situations while
a misfire condition is being detected by the PCM, DTC P1380
will be set.
Conditions for Running the DTC
| • | The engine load is less than 87 percent. |
| • | The engine speed is less than 5000 RPM. |
| • | The vehicle speed is greater than 16 km/h (10 mph). |
| • | A misfire DTC is occurring and requesting the MIL to be illuminated. |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The PCM has detected a EBCM/EBTCM rough road sensing error.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The control module stores the DTC information into memory when
the diagnostic runs and fails. |
| • | The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) will not illuminate. |
| • | The control module records the operating conditions at the time
the diagnostic fails. The control module stores this information in the Failure
Records. |
| • | The driver information center, if equipped, may display a message. |
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
| • | A current DTC Last Test Failed clears when the diagnostic runs
and passes. |
| • | A history DTC clears after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles,
if no failures are reported by this or any other non-emission related diagnostic. |
| • | Clear the DTC with a scan tool. |
Diagnostic Aids
DTC P1380 set indicates that the ABS system has detected a malfunction
which will not allow the EBCM/EBTCM to transmit correct rough road data to
the PCM. Use the
Diagnostic System Check - ABS
in Antilock Brake Systems in order to diagnose this condition.
