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Object Number: 314188  Size: MF
ABS Components
Cell 44: EBTCM, Power, Grounds, PCM, and Brake Pressure Modulator Valve

Circuit Description

The Class 2 serial data line allows all the modules on the line to transmit information to each other as needed. Each module is assigned an ID and all the information sent out on the line is assigned a priority by which it is received. When the ignition switch is turned to the run position each module begins to send and receive information. Each module on the Class 2 serial data line knows what information it needs to send out and what information it should be receiving. What the modules do not know is which module is supposed to send them the information. This information is only learned after the module has received the information it needs along with the ID of the module that sent the information. This information is then remembered until the ignition switch is turned off.

Diagnostic Aids

    • It is very important to start with the ABS Diagnostic System Check before performing the No Communications with EBTCM diagnosis. The ABS Diagnostic System Check will direct you to the Data Link Communications Diagnostic System Check in Data Link Communications to diagnose a malfunction that effects the entire serial data circuit. The No Communication with EBTCM diagnostic table will diagnose a malfunction with the power and ground circuits and the Class 2 circuit to the EBTCM only. For diagnosis of the entire Class 2 serial data circuit, refer to Diagnostic System Check - Data Link Communications in Data Link Communications.
    • 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.
    • Thoroughly inspect any circuitry that may be causing the complaint for the following conditions:
       - Backed out terminals
       - Improper mating
       - Broken locks
       - Improperly formed or damaged terminals
       - Poor terminal-to-wiring connections
       - Physical damage to the wiring harness
    • The following conditions may cause an intermittent malfunction:
       - A poor connection
       - Rubbed-through wire insulation
       - A broken wire inside the insulation
    • If an intermittent malfunction exists refer to General Electrical Diagnosis in Wiring Systems for further diagnosis.

No Communication with EBTCM

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

DEFINITION: Scan tool can not communicate with the EBTCM.

1

Was the ABS Diagnostic System Check performed?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

2

Turn the Ignition switch to the ON position with the engine off.

Can the scan tool communicate with other modules on the Class 2 serial data line, such as the PCM?

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Go to Step 3

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Data Link Communications in Data Link Communications

3

Inspect the 10A Trans / ABS fuse 26 in the Underhood Accessory Wiring Junction Block.

Is the fuse OK?

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Go to Step 4

Go to Step 6

4

  1. Install the fuse if removed.
  2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position, engine off.
  3. Using J 39200 DMM, measure the voltage at the 10A Trans / ABS fuse 26 by probing between the fuse test terminals and a good ground.

Is the voltage within the range specified within the value(s) column?

Battery Volts

Go to Step 5

Go to Power Distribution Schematics in Wiring Systems

5

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. Disconnect the EBTCM connector C1.
  3. Connect the J 39700 Universal Pinout Box using the J 39700-530 cable adapter to the EBTCM harness connector C1 only.
  4. Using J 39200 DMM, measure the resistance between J 39700 terminal 15 and a good ground.

Is the resistance within the range specified in the value(s) column?

0 - 5ohms

Go to Step 10

Go to Step 9

6

  1. Install a new 10A Trans / ABS fuse 26.
  2. Turn the ignition switch from the OFF to ON position, engine off.
  3. Recheck the fuse.

Is the fuse OK?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

Go to Step 7

7

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. Remove the 10A Trans / ABS fuse 26.
  3. Disconnect the EBTCM connector C1.
  4. Connect the J 39700 Universal Pinout Box using the J 39700-530 cable adapter to the EBTCM harness connector C1 only.
  5. Using J 39200 DMM, measure the resistance between terminals 8 and 15 of J 39700 .

Is the resistance within the range specified in the value(s) column?

OL (infinite)

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 8

8

Repair CKT 1039 for a short to ground. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

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9

Repair CKT 251 or G201 for an open or high resistance. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

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10

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position, engine off.
  2. Using J 39200 DMM, measure the voltage between J 39700 terminals 8 and 15.

Is the voltage within the range specified in the value(s) column?

Battery Volts

Go to Step 13

Go to Step 11

11

Repair CKT 1039 for an open or high resistance. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

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12

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

Is the replacement complete?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

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13

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. Remove the bus bar from the Splice Pack SP 205.
  3. Using J 39200 DMM, measure the resistance between the J 39700 terminal 25 and the Splice Pack terminal E.

Is the resistance within the range specified in the values column?

0-5ohms

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 14

14

Repair CKT 1122 for an open or high resistance. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

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